Snuggling Sisters - Elephant Seals
by KJ Swan
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Snuggling Sisters - Elephant Seals
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KJ Swan
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In Winter, round lump after lump covers a central California beach. With patience, you might just see something special happen.
I was surprised as I watched the one on the right side of the photo, gently hoist herself over gritty sand and navigate through a sea of sleeping, cranky seals, to find her special friend. She carefully moved her body and face to as close to her companion's as possible without disturbing her. Then joined her friend in a deep and restful sleep.
In my experience, it's unusual to see a bond between mature females but that's what makes watching wild Northern Elephant seals so exciting. And they come by the hundreds to the Piedras Blancas Elephant Seal Rookery near San Simeon, California.
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August 27th, 2018
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