I never knew the city of San Diego had seal/sea lion FAQ on its website. Though I guess it kinda should, just in case one of these gnarly beasts gets a hankering for human flesh. Copy-and-pased straight from the FAQ, exclamation points, misspelled word and all:
Are they dangerous?
Yes!! Like all wild animals, seals and sea lions are unpredictable and can become aggressive quickly. They have sharp teeth and may bite, particularly if cornered or harrassed.
Can I pet them?
No!! You should stay away from the animals at all times.
Then there’s this:
Where can I get further information?
Please avoid unnecessary conversations with the lifeguards. The lifeguards are responsible for watching the swimmers, surfers and divers from Boomer Beach to Hospital Point. This is a large area and requires continual attention. The Library has books on seals and sea lions. Scripps Aquarium Book Store sells books on marine mammals.
DON’T ask the LIFEGUARDS ABOUT the SEALS. Go to your local library and check out a book instead. Got it. But can someone tell me: where’s Boomer Beach?
