Occurred on February 28, 2024 / Encinitas, California, USA
Info from Licensor: "Waiting for his fave brunch spot to open. PS don't worry, state park officers were there protecting this precious baby. Saw this baby sea lion in front of Chart House restaurant along Cardiff State Beach. Two park officers were protecting it from harm but it was sitting there sunbathing for at least 30 minutes to an hour!"