Elephant Seal Mother and Pup Resting on Beach
Saturday, January 24th, 2026 at 11:36:31 PM · 2026/Drakes Beach Elephant Seal Pups
This wildlife photograph captures an adult female elephant seal lying on a sandy beach with her small pup beside her. The massive adult seal, covered in a light layer of sand, displays the characteristic rounded body and wrinkled neck folds of the species. Her dark pup rests close by on the left side of the frame. The scene is set on a misty beach with soft, muted lighting that creates a peaceful atmosphere. Both seals appear to be resting during what seems to be molting season, as evidenced by the adult's patchy skin texture.
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