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The Loma Prieta Earthquake of October 17, 1989, and subsequent infrastructure changes, including K-Dock marina re-allocation, have potentially impacted pinniped haul-out site preferences.
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How have historical events, such as the Loma Prieta Earthquake, influenced pinniped habitat use at PIER 39?
The Loma Prieta Earthquake of October 17, 1989, and subsequent infrastructure changes, including K-Dock marina re-allocation, have potentially impacted pinniped haul-out site preferences.