Steller sea lions are some of the many different species of marine mammals that live off of our B.C. coast, however, we still know very little about them. This program takes place in our newly opened Steller's Bay exhibit, looks at what makes these animals so special and able to survive in their aquatic environment, and talks about the crucial research we are conducting here at the Aquarium and at our Open Water Research site in partnership with researchers from UBC which is aimed at trying to better understand these creatures.

In a collaborative effort, the trainers and sea lions are working with University of British Columbia scientists to understand the mysterious disappearance of 80 per cent of the wild Steller sea lion population. Visitors can observe the trainers as they feed and care for these animals, lead enrichment exercises, and collect valuable metabolic information, such as weight, heart rate, and breathing rate; these readings contribute to ongoing studies.