A California swimmer is recovering after a terrifying encounter with a sea lion left him with 15 puncture wounds and deep bruises. Matt Beatty was swimming off the coast of Santa Cruz when the sea lion attacked him.
Beatty described the attack as sudden and unexpected. He said the sea lion approached him and then latched onto his side, causing several deep puncture wounds. Beatty struggled to fend off the aggressive animal and eventually managed to escape its grasp.
After the attack, Beatty was rushed to a nearby hospital where he received treatment for his injuries. Despite the ordeal, Beatty remains thankful that the attack was not more severe.
Sea lion attacks on humans are rare, but can occur when the animals feel threatened or cornered. Experts advise swimmers to give sea lions plenty of space and avoid approaching them while in the water.
Beatty’s experience serves as a reminder of the unpredictable nature of wildlife encounters and the importance of respecting the boundaries of animals in their natural habitats.
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