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A bull elephant seal rears up on his foreflippers and bellows, warning nearby males not to enter his beach territory. He is surrounded by smaller females (and several black pups) which comprise his harem. Sandy beach rookery, winter, Central California. Piedras Blancas, San Simeon, California, USA
Stock Photo: 15417
Species: Elephant seal, Mirounga angustirostris
Location: Piedras Blancas, San Simeon, California, USA
Format: Digital 3:2
Other Names: elefante marino, sea elephant, sea cow
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