Pacific harbor seal mother nuzzles her newborn pup, Phoca vitulina richardsi

Pacific harbor seal mother nuzzles her newborn pup. Mothers and pups will frequently nuzzle and touch to reassure the pup and solidify their nurturing bond. La Jolla, California, USA, Phoca vitulina richardsi, natural history stock photograph, photo id 39050
Pacific harbor seal mother nuzzles her newborn pup. Mothers and pups will frequently nuzzle and touch to reassure the pup and solidify their nurturing bond. La Jolla, California, USA

Species: Pacific harbor seal, Phoca vitulina richardsi
Location: La Jolla, California
Image ID: 39050
Format: Digital 2:3
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