This sea lion is scratching an itch while resting on a rock in La Jolla. You can spot sea lions almost anywhere along the San Diego coastline, but you'll find the largest number of them at La Jolla Cove.

If you were ever wondering how to distinguish a sea lion from other pinnipeds, their external ear flaps, long foreflippers, and the ability to walk on all fours characterize them. They are short, with thick hair and have a big chest / belly.