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9-Year-Old Girl Bitten by Sea Lion While Surfing at California Beach

ASILOMAR STATE BEACH, CALIFORNIA, AUG 4 – The sea lion’s bite caused puncture wounds and bruising as the surf instructor quickly helped the children to safety, with attacks linked to territorial behavior or poisoning risks.

  • Nine-Year-Old Corale Olsen was bitten by a sea lion while participating in a surf camp at California’s Asilomar State Beach.
  • The incident occurred when the sea lion lunged at Corale, possibly due to territorial behavior, though the surf instructor had no reason to expect an attack.
  • Corale sustained small punctures and bruises on her leg and was quickly taken to the emergency room, while the instructor ensured all the children reached shore safely.
  • Corale recalled that the sea lion was right beside her, and she immediately felt that something bad was about to occur before it bit her, but she remains determined to continue surfing despite the incident.
  • The incident highlights the importance of giving wild animals space and suggests that sea lion bites, while rare, can happen unexpectedly during recreational activities.
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9-year-old girl bitten by sea lion while surfing at California beach

A 9-year-old girl was attacked by sea lion at a California beach, possibly due to aggressive behavior stemming from toxins from algae blooms or bacteria.

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WFSB broke the news in Connecticut, United States on Monday, August 4, 2025.
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