Elephant Seals and Seagulls Sharing Drakes Beach
Saturday, January 24th, 2026 at 11:27:37 PM · 2026/Drakes Beach Elephant Seal Pups
A wildlife scene capturing several elephant seals lounging on wet sand at Drakes Beach, with numerous seagulls standing and resting nearby. The seals display their characteristic brown, wrinkled skin and robust bodies, while the gulls provide scale and contrast with their white and gray plumage. The background shows gentle surf and foam from incoming waves, creating a serene coastal atmosphere. The composition captures the natural harmony between these two species sharing the beach habitat during what appears to be molting or breeding season for the seals.
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