Elephant Seal Mother and Pup Resting at Drakes Beach
Saturday, January 24th, 2026 at 11:55:47 PM · 2026/Drakes Beach Elephant Seal Pups
This intimate wildlife photograph captures an adult elephant seal with characteristic pale, weathered skin lying beside a young black pup on a sandy beach. The mother's massive, rounded body contrasts with the smaller, darker pup in the foreground. Several other seals are visible in the background and to the sides, indicating a breeding colony. The seals appear relaxed and resting on the beach, with subtle patches of green algae visible on the adult's skin. The sandy terrain and natural lighting create an authentic documentation of elephant seal behavior during pupping season.
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