Elephant Seals Resting on Drakes Beach at Low Tide
Saturday, January 24th, 2026 at 11:49:17 PM · 2026/Drakes Beach Elephant Seal Pups
This wildlife photograph captures several elephant seals resting on a sandy beach during what appears to be low tide. The massive marine mammals are sprawled across the sand in various resting positions, their distinctive bodies ranging from dark brown to lighter tan coloring. In the soft-focus background, numerous shorebirds can be seen scattered along the water's edge and in the shallow water. The scene conveys a peaceful coexistence of species in their natural coastal habitat, with the seals appearing to be molting or resting during their haul-out period.
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