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Southern Elephant Seal
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We learned this seal was on the shore today so we went to have a look. They are the largest and deepest diving seal in the world and spend 80% of their lives in deep waters so it was a privilege to see this one. I think it was about 12 feet in length, and not fully grown yet .

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.casechaser
04/15/24 12:54 AM GMT
I see he's looking intently at you too. I wonder how much he must eat each day.
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::trixxie17
04/15/24 2:40 PM GMT
He is so big! And he's looking right at you and your camera - great shot Lyn.
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::corngrowth
04/15/24 3:29 PM GMT
Lyn, this 'baby seal' (😁) is already a huge one. It's color is almost similar to the rocks where it's laying on. Perfect camouflage although I suspect that it hasn't much natural enemies when not being submerged because of its size. Very good and pretty rare shot!
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.Tomeast
04/15/24 10:20 PM GMT
I see them around here often but different and no where near as big. He almost blends in with the rock but you did a fine job of bringing him out.
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::tigger3
04/16/24 12:34 AM GMT
How wonderful to catch him with your camera, and he gave you such a good pose. tigs=^..^=
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