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Western gulls.Looking southeast from Weston Beach in the morning.A.M. Allan and his wife were the owners of Point Lobos whose foresight and decades-long work led to its protection and in 1933 it became part of the new state park system.Western gull.Built by Miklós Esterházy the 2ndThey are pretty noisy. Adult males can attain a length over 8 feet and weigh up to 800 pounds.It is also the earlier Spanish name of Point Lobos, which translates to Those little spots at the top of the cliff are California Sea Lions.With the Sea Lion Point in the background.Harbor Seals are smaller than sea lions and look like swollen cigars. Unlike sea lions, their ears are not visible, and the short rear flippers, which point away from the body, are unsuited for moving about on land. They are usually silent, and love to bask on rocks just above the water.Slatebacked western gulls.Looking south from Weston Beach in the morning.Built by Miklós Esterházy the 2nd