Elephant Seal Pups Resting on Drakes Beach
Saturday, January 24th, 2026 at 11:35:51 PM · 2026/Drakes Beach Elephant Seal Pups
This wildlife photograph captures two elephant seal pups lying in shallow water on a beach. The pups display the characteristic wrinkled, grayish-brown skin and bulbous noses typical of young elephant seals. The foreground pup appears to be looking toward the camera while the second pup is positioned slightly behind. The beach setting shows wet sand with scattered pebbles and debris, creating a natural habitat scene. The lighting is soft and diffused, suggesting overcast conditions typical of coastal environments.
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