Mother Elephant Seal and Pup Resting on Beach
Saturday, January 24th, 2026 at 11:45:18 PM · 2026/Drakes Beach Elephant Seal Pups
This photograph captures an intimate scene of a large adult elephant seal lying on a sandy beach next to her much smaller, darker-colored pup. The beach is scattered with small stones and shells, and the calm ocean extends into the distance under overcast skies. The mother seal's massive body dwarfs the young pup nestled close beside her, illustrating the stark size difference between adult and newborn elephant seals. The muted coastal light and peaceful composition convey the quiet bond between mother and offspring during the pupping season.
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