Newborn Elephant Seal Pup with Mother at Drakes Beach
Saturday, January 24th, 2026 at 11:52:36 PM · 2026/Drakes Beach Elephant Seal Pups
This touching wildlife photograph captures a very young elephant seal pup lying on the beach sand next to its much larger mother. The pup appears to be only days old, identifiable by its dark, wrinkled skin and small size compared to the massive adult seal in the background. The beach setting shows wet sand with scattered debris, and the ocean is visible in the distant background. The intimate moment showcases the dramatic size difference between mother and newborn, highlighting the vulnerable early stage of the pup's life.
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