Elephant Seal Resting on Drakes Beach Shore
Saturday, January 24th, 2026 at 11:36:38 PM · 2026/Drakes Beach Elephant Seal Pups
This wildlife photograph captures a Northern elephant seal lying on the sandy beach at Drakes Beach. The seal's massive body dominates the foreground, with its characteristic inflated proboscis visible as it appears to be vocalizing or breathing. The animal's skin shows the typical mottled coloring of a molting elephant seal, with patches of gray and lighter tones. The beach setting is misty or overcast, creating a soft, muted atmosphere typical of coastal California. The shallow depth of field keeps the seal in sharp focus while the background fades into a gentle blur.
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