Elephant Seals Resting on Drakes Beach California

Elephant Seals Resting on Drakes Beach California

Saturday, January 24th, 2026 at 11:49:27 PM · 2026/Drakes Beach Elephant Seal Pups

A group of elephant seals rest closely together on a sandy beach, their large, rounded bodies displaying various shades of gray and brown. The seals appear to be molting, with some showing darker, wet-looking skin and others with lighter, dry patches. In the background, more seals are visible along the shoreline, while the ocean and sky create a bright, overexposed backdrop. The scene captures the natural behavior of these marine mammals during their haul-out period, likely for molting or breeding season.

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