Elephant Seal Pup Howling at Drakes Beach
Saturday, January 24th, 2026 at 11:51:30 PM · 2026/Drakes Beach Elephant Seal Pups
This photograph captures an intimate moment of an elephant seal pup at Drakes Beach, with its head tilted upward in what appears to be a vocalization or call. The pup is in sharp focus in the foreground, showing its distinctive features including whiskers and flippers. The sandy beach environment is scattered with small debris and driftwood, while the ocean's edge is visible in the soft background. Another seal can be seen resting further up the beach, creating depth in the composition. The lighting suggests either early morning or late afternoon, with soft natural illumination casting gentle shadows on the sand.
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