Elephant Seals Resting on Drakes Beach Sand
Saturday, January 24th, 2026 at 11:45:29 PM · 2026/Drakes Beach Elephant Seal Pups
This photograph captures two elephant seals resting on the sandy beach at Drakes Beach. The foreground seal is in sharp focus, lying on its side with distinctive neck folds visible, while another seal rests in the soft-focused background. The pale sand contrasts with their dark, mottled skin, and the blue-gray ocean waves are visible in the distance. The lighting suggests daytime hours with natural sunlight illuminating the scene, creating a peaceful atmosphere of these marine mammals in their natural coastal environment.
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