Surfers at the Wedge in Newport Beach were chased out of the water earlier this week by a playful yet assertive sea lion. The marine mammal joined the surfers, bodysurfing a few waves and playing in the surf, a common sight as sea lions are known for their playful nature near surfers. However, the situation turned less amusing when the sea lion’s behavior became more aggressive, prompting surfers to leave the water.
Public safety officials have been cautioning beachgoers to avoid stranded animals on the beach, as they can exhibit aggressive behavior. This incident is the latest in a series of aggressive interactions involving sea lions at beaches…