Mother Elephant Seal and Pup Resting on Sandy Beach
Saturday, January 24th, 2026 at 11:35:49 PM · 2026/Drakes Beach Elephant Seal Pups
This wildlife photograph captures an adult elephant seal and a young pup lying on a sandy beach. The larger adult seal on the left appears to be covered in sand, showing the distinctive features of the species including its large nose and robust body. The smaller, darker-colored pup rests nearby on the right, displaying the characteristic wrinkled skin of a young elephant seal. The sandy beach environment and their relaxed postures suggest a peaceful moment during the critical nursing period. The image documents the natural behavior of these marine mammals during their breeding season at their coastal haul-out site.
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