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California sea lion, Pinger
California sea lion patient Bluegrass

Bluegrass

California Sea Lion
Zalophus californianus

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California sea lion Bluegrass was spotted in San Francisco at PIER 39, a popular sea lion hangout, with a severe wound to his face. He was brought to our hospital where our expert veterinary team determined Bluegrass had been shot.

Bluegrass underwent intensive surgery and was left with only one eye. But sea lions are known to thrive in the wild with just one eye as their other senses, like smell and hearing, help compensate.

After weeks of rehabilitative care, Bluegrass’ gunshot wound healed fully, and he was released back to the wild with a second chance at life.

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Age at Admit
Subadult
Sex
Male
Rescue Location
Pier 39 Marina - San Francisco, San Francisco
Diagnosis
Malnutrition, Trauma, Unknown, Human interaction, Domoic acid toxicosis
Admitted
10/04/2019
Status
Released
Release Date
11/21/2019
Release Location
Chimney Rock - Point Reyes National Seashore

Yes, I want to save a life!

Yes, I want to save a life!

You’ll be giving sick and injured animals the best possible care at the Center’s state-of-the-art hospital. With your gift today, you are giving a patient a second chance at life in the wild.

  • $35 You'll buy food for a hungry animal
  • $45 You'll provide life-saving medical care
  • $65 You'll make second chances possible

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