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We’re deeply saddened to share that Nick, our beloved 18-year-old California sea lion, passed away on the morning of Thursday, August 7, at the Smithsonian’s National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute in Washington, D.C., where he had been temporarily housed since 2023 during the construction of our new sea lion habitat. He was scheduled to return to DZCA this fall to join Luci, Gunnison, Ady, and Maverick.
According to the animal health and care teams at the Smithsonian’s National Zoo, Nick had recently begun displaying concerning and uncharacteristic behaviors, including avoiding his care team and fellow sea lions, refusing food, and a significant decline in weight. In an effort to diagnose and treat his condition, the veterinary team brought Nick in for a full examination under general anesthesia. Nick’s heart stopped during the procedure and, despite every effort to resuscitate him, he sadly passed away.
Nick will be fondly remembered for his impressive size—more than 700 lbs. at his prime—and his even larger personality. He delighted guests at both DZCA and the Smithsonian’s National Zoo with his booming bark and playful spirit, often seen basking in the sun or interacting with his fellow sea lions. As one of many rescued, non-releasable animals who found a permanent home in an AZA-accredited zoo, Nick served as an incredible ambassador for his species. He was rescued as a newborn from Seal Rock in North Laguna, California, with his umbilical cord still attached, and was cared for by the Pacific Marine Mammal Center. Because he was so young, Nick had to be bottle-fed and hand-raised by humans before joining Denver Zoo Conservation Alliance at just 10 months old.
Members of our Animal Care and Animal Health team have shared what working with Nick has meant to them. You can read their heartwarming tributes here: denverzoo.org/zootales/news-…
Nick’s legacy lives on through his two offspring who still call DZCA home, Gunnison and Ad, his mate, Luci, and the countless human lives he touched during his lifetime. In his time both at DZCA and the Smithsonian’s National Zoo, he inspired a sense of awe and wonder in millions of guests and was an irreplaceable member of our animal family.
He will be deeply missed by all those who had the pleasure of knowing and caring for him. DZCA and our neighboring communities will never sound the same.
We invite you to honor his memory by sharing your favorite moments and stories in the comments below.




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