Elephant Seal Family Resting on Drakes Beach
Saturday, January 24th, 2026 at 11:27:39 PM · 2026/Drakes Beach Elephant Seal Pups
This wildlife photograph captures several elephant seals hauled out on a sandy beach, including adults and dark-colored newborn pups. The seals are resting close together on the wet sand, displaying the characteristic large nose of the species. In the background, numerous seagulls stand in shallow water and on the beach. The lighting suggests an overcast day, creating soft, even illumination across the scene. The photograph documents the natural behavior of elephant seals during pupping season.
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