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Monday, March 30th, join us for Dive In with Liz and Sylvia. Guest Dr. Roxanne Beltran will talk about #ELEPHANTSEALS and marine mammals. Register here: bit.ly/4rV6qQR @SylviaEarle @MissionBlue

A close-up of the head and neck of an elephant seal with its mouth wide open, in mid bark, revealing its pink gums and sharp teeth. The seal's skin is gray and its one visible eye is blue. The background consists beach with sand and rocks.

Juvenile male elephant seal demanding attention — and being ignored. San Simeon Elephant Seal Viewpoint, San Simeon, California, USA. October, 2025. OM System OM-1 + M.Zuiko 300mm F4 + MC14. #sansimeon #elephantseals #mammals #beach #nature #naturephotography #amateurphotography #photography

Deadly avian flu detected in California marine mammals for the first time "This is exceptionally rapid detection of an outbreak."

Deadly avian flu detected in California marine mammals for the first time

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#News #USNews #California #CaliforniaNews #Animals #Wildlife #Mammals #MarineMammals #AvianFlu #ElephantSeals #Seals #BirdFlu #AñoNuevoStatePark #AvianInfluenza

After Elephant Seal Deaths, the Race Is On for Bird Flu Investigators A big question now is whether the virus will spread between seals.

After unexplained elephant seal deaths, scientists are in a race against time. Bird flu (H5N1) has jumped into marine mammals, and investigators are scrambling to track transmission, risks, & what this could mean for wildlife—and us—before it spreads further.
#BirdFlu #ElephantSeals #OceanHoptimism

Bird Flu Strikes California Elephant Seals for the First Time

For the first time, bird flu deaths confirmed in California elephant seals- in addition to elephant seals in Southern hemisphere. #birdflu #pinnipeds #elephantseals #nature #California

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Popular Bay Area park suddenly closes public tours following animal deaths "Our priority is to safeguard the health of both animals and people."

This is not good. Hopefully nothing too bad. Ano Nuevo is one of the great places to see Elephant Seals breeding.
#AnoNuevo #elephantseals #Mammals #pinipeds

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A member of a film crew among a harem of southern elephant seals on Sea Lion Island in the Falklands #marinemammals #elephantseals #falklandislands #sealionisland #pinnipeds #seals #nature #wildlife #southatlantic #peopleandnature #naturalhistoryfilms #wildlifefilmmakers

February 9 is the birthday of #American Cold War diplomat #DeanRusk who we #quote and back with a picture of #Elephantseals in their rookery along the #coast near #SanSimeonCA. If there’s something in this #quotograph that speaks to you, please feel free to share it with others.

A woman getting too close to the seal for a picture.

The elephant seal gives a bit of a side eye while curling their front flipper.

A close-up of the seal with flies covering their face.

A close-up of the seal rubbing the flies off their face.

Spent a few hours with this young male blubberpillar. He's a southern elephant seal (Mirounga leonina) looking for a nap. A good reminder to give animals space, not just for safety, but out of respect for their needs. #marinemammals #elephantseals #pinnipeds #seals #nature #wildlife #dunnerstunner

A beachmaster southern elephant seal relaxing in-between defending the harem on Sea Lion Island in the Falklands #marinemammals #elephantseals #falklandislands #sealionisland #pinnipeds #seals #nature #wildlife #southatlantic #marinemegafauna #newlife #matingseason #spring #southerneelephantseal

Sing along if you know the words
#ThePogues #ElephantSeals

Microhaplotype-based #genetic markers enable relationship inference in #bottlenecked mammalian species - #OpenAccess zslpublications.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/... #elephantseals #pedigree #pinnipeds Photo: C. Reichmuth, NMFS 23188. @wileyecology.bsky.social

Two elephant seals wallowing in a mud pit, interacting with biting behavior.

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#seals #elephantseals #antarctic #southgeorgia #animals #mammals #wildlife #wildlifephotography #travel #travelphotography #BuyIntoArt #AYearForArt #giftideas @joancarroll

Every winter about 10,000 elephant seals make their way to California's Año Nuevo State Park to fight, mate and give birth.

Each winter, prepare for an incredible natural spectacle as about 10,000 elephant seals converge on California's Año Nuevo State Park for a bustling season of establishing hierarchy, mating, and celebrating new births! 🦭 #ElephantSeals #AnoNuevo #WildlifeWonder

Earlier this week, I got to visit the Año Nuevo State Park nature preserve in Pescadero. This preserve is known for its elephant seal population and it did not disappoint! Definitely a spot for fans of nature.

#photography
#elephantseals
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Elephant seals use sonar signals to dine deep underwater Researchers found northern elephant seals using sonar cues to locate prey deep in the Pacific Ocean. The study highlighted their preferences.

"After reviewing camera footage, acoustic images, and sound data, the seals were discovered as unexpected visitors. The researchers surmised that the seals linked the sonar noise with prey, considering it a dinner bell.”
🌅🦭🔊 #ElephantSeals #Communication #Wildlife #Nature #Biology #AmazingCritters

Relaxing southern elephant seal pup on Sea Lion Island in the Falklands #marinemammals #elephantseals #falklandislands #sealionisland #pinnipeds #seals #nature #wildlife #southatlantic #marinemegafauna #newlife #matingseason #spring #southerneelephantseal #falklands

Elephant seals yesterday at Drakes Beach, Point Reyes National Seashore, California #environment #nature #photography #California #PointReyes #parks #park #conservation #naturephotography #landscapephotography #landscape #landscapes #animals #seals #elephantseals #beach #photo #photos #photographer

It’s elephant seal season at Año Nuevo! Docent-led walks offer a rare chance to see newborn pups and their mothers in the wild.

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#VisitHalfMoonBay #AñoNuevo #ElephantSeals

Who's the boss? #elephantseals

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Elephant seals remember their enemies Elephant seals don't forget their enemies. We learn about the great beasts' big beefs and why they matter.

Elephant seals remember their enemies #Science #Biology #Zoology #ElephantSeals #AnimalBehavior #Memory
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Snoozing elephant seals.
San Simeon, California
#elephantseals #seals #wildlife #nature #Ocean #California

Snoozing elephant seals.
San Simeon, California
#elephantseals #seals #wildlife #nature #Ocean #California

Male elephant seals can remember former rivals by voice alone They responded to calls of old enemies in a study that scientists say shows that humans are not the only animals that can remember voices.

Elephant seals recognize and remember individuals they had met the year before.

#elephantseals #animals #studies #science #research

This is Ano Nuevo State Park, this shows the big bad #1 and his harum! There are other males around, but they don't get close or they get to fight the King and usually will lose.
#Pinnipeds #Elephantseals #Mammals #Nature #Environment

Two baby elephant seals taking naps on Ano Nuevo beach in California, famous for elephant seal breeding grounds

Two very young baby elephant seals taking a nap on the shore of Ano Nuevo State Park in CA. Famous for being a breeding ground, thousands of the seals descend upon the beaches for breeding season.
#Mammals #Pinnipeds #Elephantseals #Wildlife #Nature #AnoNuevo #Photography

Slight road hazard on the Port Arthur Highway yesterday morning. A Southern Elephant Seal decided the asphalt was a good place to flake out. Coming in at a svelt 2 metric tons (4,400 lbs) there's not much anybody can do about it. 😄 #Tasmania #seals #elephantseals #Eaglehawkneck