NOAA Probes Viral La Jolla Sea-Lion Kick
TL;DR
Federal authorities at NOAA Fisheries are investigating a viral video allegedly showing a person taunting and kicking a sea lion at La Jolla Cove. The incident could violate the Marine Mammal Protection Act, with penalties including fines or jail time. The clip was shared online and drew outrage from groups like PETA and the Sierra Club Seal Society; NOAA is seeking witnesses to report details to aid the investigation.
Topics:nationenvironment#environment#la-jolla-cove#marine-mammal-protection-act#noaa-fisheries#sea-lion#viral-video
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