They do not actively seek out humanprey, but are very defensive and will attack when provoked.

它们并不倾向主动攻击人类，但有很强的防御意识，一旦被激怒就会发动攻击。

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Previous research has found that people with asymmetrical faces and bodies can be more aggressive when provoked.

以前的研究也发现，脸部不对称和身体不对称的人在被激怒时会更加有攻击性。

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Sea lions can be very territorial, but usually only attack humans when provoked.

海狮虽然很重视自己的领地，但是通常它不会攻击人类，除非人类先去挑衅它。

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