Pregnant sea lion found on Dunedin doorstep

Wednesday 17 December 2025 · 3 outlets · 3 reports · updated Wed 17 Dec 2025, 11:36am

A heavily pregnant New Zealand sea lion was discovered napping on a doorstep in St Clair, Dunedin, on Wednesday morning. The unexpected visitor startled a local family when they attempted to open their front door. The sighting is noted as part of a strong breeding season.

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1. StuffWed 17 Dec 2025, 9:46am

   Pregnant sea lion blocks off Dunedin family’s front door (opens in new tab)

2. NZ HeraldWed 17 Dec 2025, 10:15am

   Pregnant sea lion naps on Dunedin doorstep as breeding kicks off (opens in new tab)

3. Otago Daily TimesWed 17 Dec 2025, 11:36am

   Snoozing sea lion gives St Clair mum a fright (opens in new tab)