Elephant Seal Resting on Drakes Beach Sand
Saturday, January 24th, 2026 at 11:51:52 PM · 2026/Drakes Beach Elephant Seal Pups
A large elephant seal dominates the foreground of this beach scene, lying on its side on sandy terrain. The seal's smooth, light-colored skin is covered with sand, and its characteristic bulbous nose is visible. In the background, other seals can be seen resting on the beach, with the ocean and sky creating a soft, overcast atmosphere. A small wooden stick or marker is planted in the sand near the seal, likely for research or monitoring purposes. The scene captures the peaceful coexistence of these massive marine mammals in their natural haul-out location.
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