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Hundreds of sea lions take over docks of Cowichan Bay

14 Nov 2018

Duncan, British Columbia, Canada

A raucous crowd has moved into Cowichan Bay and the volume and odour coming from them is wafting for blocks around. Locals estimate over 300 sea lions have descended on the Cowichan community and their presence is proving a huge tourist draw.

CHEK / Skye Ryan

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