Elephant Seal Pups Resting on Drakes Beach
Saturday, January 24th, 2026 at 11:52:05 PM · 2026/Drakes Beach Elephant Seal Pups
This photograph captures two elephant seal pups lounging on a sandy beach. The seal in the foreground displays a distinctive light-colored, almost white appearance, likely due to molting, with visible whiskers and dark eyes. A second, darker-colored seal rests behind it, appearing more gray-brown in tone. The sandy beach setting and soft natural lighting create a peaceful coastal scene. The seals appear relaxed and undisturbed, typical behavior during their rest periods on shore.
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