Elephant Seal Resting on Sandy Beach at Drakes Beach
Saturday, January 24th, 2026 at 11:34:25 PM · 2026/Drakes Beach Elephant Seal Pups
This intimate wildlife photograph captures a young elephant seal lounging on the beach at Drakes Beach, likely part of the Point Reyes breeding colony. The seal's distinctive features are clearly visible - its large, rounded body, prominent whiskers, and gentle facial expression. Its body is partially covered in fine sand, with a notable mound of sand on its back, suggesting it has been resting here for some time. The soft, diffused lighting and shallow depth of field create a serene atmosphere, with other seals visible but out of focus in the background, indicating this is part of a larger colony.
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