Elephant Seal Pup Resting on Sandy Beach
Saturday, January 24th, 2026 at 11:34:34 PM · 2026/Drakes Beach Elephant Seal Pups
This photograph captures an elephant seal pup in a relaxed state, lying on sandy beach terrain. The young seal's distinctive bulbous body is prominently featured in the center of the frame, with its dark skin contrasting against the pale sand. The pup appears to be resting with its head tilted back, a common posture for thermoregulation. In the background, other elephant seals can be seen out of focus, indicating this is part of a larger colony. The lighting suggests daytime conditions with natural sunlight illuminating the scene.
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