'Chonkers,' the giant sea lion stealing hearts at San Francisco's Pier 39

SAN FRANCISCO (KGO) -- The hype is continuing to build around a giant sea lion that's attracting a lot of attention at San Francisco's Pier 39.

The massive sea lion nicknamed 'Chonkers' is turning heads - and drawing crowds - at San Francisco's Pier 39 after being spotted lounging among the docks in recent weeks.

The animal is one of two Steller sea lions visiting the Bay.

Experts say they're much larger than typical sea lions - and can weigh over 2,000 pounds.

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The massive Steller sea lion nicknamed 'Chonkers' is turning heads - and drawing crowds - at San Francisco's Pier 39 after being spotted lounging among the docks.