Elephant Seal Resting on Sandy Beach at Drakes Beach
Saturday, January 24th, 2026 at 11:51:08 PM · 2026/Drakes Beach Elephant Seal Pups
This photograph captures a massive elephant seal hauled out on the pristine white sand of Drakes Beach. The seal's distinctive dark, wrinkled skin shows the characteristic molting pattern of these marine mammals. The animal appears to be resting in shallow sand depression, with another seal visible in the background. The bright, overexposed sky creates a high-key, ethereal quality to the image, emphasizing the textures of the seal's body and the fine sand surrounding it. A piece of driftwood is visible in the lower right corner, adding to the natural beach setting.
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