Photo via Michael R Perry Sea lions are having a hard time finding food this spring, and pups are feeling the squeeze. Marine mammal experts report that dozens of sick and hungry sea lion pups have washed up on California shores this winter, many not making it even with the help they get at rescue

centers. The Pacific Marine Mammal Center in Laguna Beach alone has treated 27 pups found since December. Only 11 have survived. And researchers are blaming a lack of food. … Read the full story on TreeHugger

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Bad Year for Sea Lions, Starving Pups Washing Up Along California Beaches