Elephant Seal Pups Resting on Sandy Beach
Saturday, January 24th, 2026 at 11:53:01 PM · 2026/Drakes Beach Elephant Seal Pups
This close-up wildlife photograph captures several elephant seal pups lounging on sandy terrain at Drakes Beach. The image focuses on the distinctive features of these marine mammals, including their spotted, textured skin and prominent whiskers. The sandy surface shows marks and impressions from the seals' movements. The soft, natural lighting creates gentle shadows across the undulating forms of the resting animals, emphasizing their bulk and peaceful demeanor during what appears to be a haul-out period.
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