Bull elephant seal exits the water to retake his position on the beach. He shows considerable scarring on his chest and proboscis from many winters fighting other males for territory and rights to a harem of females. Sandy beach rookery, winter, Central California. Piedras Blancas, San Simeon, California, USA
Image: 15458
Species: Mirounga angustirostris
Common name: Elephant seal
Location: Piedras Blancas, San Simeon, California, USA
Lat/Long: 35° 39' 55.45"N, 121° 16' 07.12"W (Coordinates: 35.66540°, -121.26864°)
Format: Digital 3:2
Other Names: elefante marino, sea elephant, sea cow
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