Pinniped Collection (#57)

Grey Seal - hauling out in surf Waxham Beach Norfolk UK
FEU-245 Grey Seal - hauling out in surf Waxham Beach, Norfolk, UK Halichoerus grypus Geoff du Feu Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Grey Seal - Hauling out in surf Waxham Beach Norfolk UK
FEU-244 Grey Seal - hauling out in surf Waxham Beach, Norfolk, UK Halichoerus grypus Geoff du Feu Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Grey Seals - bull making advances to cow Waxham beach Norfolk UK
FEU-200 Grey Seals - bull making advances to cow Waxham beach, Norfolk, UK Halichoerus grypus Geoff du Feu Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Grey Seals - cow rejecting advances of bull Waxham beach Norfolk UK
FEU-198 Grey Seals - cow rejecting advances of bull Waxham beach, Norfolk, UK Halichoerus grypus Geoff du Feu Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Grey Seal Cow Resisting Attention of Bull Norfolk UK
FEU-12 Grey Seal - Cow Resisting Attention of Bull Norfolk UK Halichoerus grypus Geoff du Feu Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

New Zealand Fur Seal Underwater, S. Australia
DSE-185 New Zealand Fur SEAL - underwater S. Australia Arctocephalus forsteri Douglas David Seifert Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Guadalupe Fur Seal - swimming and diving underwater Mexico
DOC-5 Guadalupe Fur Seal - X2, swimming Mexico Arctocephalus townsendi Doc White Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Atlantic Walrus Northern Baffin Island, Canada
DOC-208 Atlantic WALRUS Northern Baffin Island, Canada Odobenus rosmarus Doc White Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Atlantic Walrus Northern Baffin Island, Canada
DOC-10 Atlantic Walrus - underwater, amongst ice Northern Baffin Island, Canada Odobenus rosmarus (Whiskered Walrus) Doc White Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Common Seal Phoca vitulina Texel Rescue Centre Netherlands MA001604
COS-2445 Common Seal Texel Rescue Centre, Netherlands Phoca vitulina Bill Coster Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Weddel Seal Leptonychotes weddellii Half Moon Island Antarctica MA001434
COS-2442 Weddell / Weddel Seal Half Moon Island, Antarctica Leptonychotes weddellii Bill Coster Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Crabeater Seal - Swimming in icy water Lobodon carcinophagus La Maire Channel Antarctic Penninsular MA000976
COS-2293 Crabeater Seal - swimming in icy water La Maire Channel, Antarctic Penninsula Lobodon carcinophagus Bill Coster Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Crabeater Seal - seal slipping into water Lobodon carcinophagus Antarctic Penninsular MA001048
COS-2289 Crabeater Seal - seal slipping into water Antarctic Penninsula Lobodon carcinophagus Bill Coster Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Antarctic Fur Seal - Pups playfighting Arctocephalus gazella Fortuna Bay South Georgia MA000944
COS-2283 Antarctic Fur Seal - pups playfighting Fortuna Bay, South Georgia Arctocephalus gazella Bill Coster Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Crabeater Seal - On Ice Floes with snow capped mountains in background Lobodon carcinophagus La Maire Channel Antarctic
COS-2281 Crabeater Seal - on ice floes with snow capped mountains in background La Maire Channel, Antarctic Penninsula Lobodon carcinophagus Bill Coster Please note that prints are for personal

Crabeater Seal - on Ice Floes Lobodon carcinophagus La Maire Channel Antarctic Penninsular MA001003
COS-2280 Crabeater Seal - on ice floes La Maire Channel, Antarctic Penninsula Lobodon carcinophagus Bill Coster Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Crabeater Seal Lobodon carcinophagus Neko Harbour Antarctic Penninsular MA001021
COS-2279 Crabeater Seal Neko Harbour, Antarctic Penninsula Lobodon carcinophagus Bill Coster Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Crabeater Seal - on iceberg Lobodon carcinophagus Antarctic Penninsular MA001056
COS-2277 Crabeater Seal - on iceberg Antarctic Penninsula Lobodon carcinophagus Bill Coster Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Antarctic Fur Seal - Pair playfighting Arctocephalus gazella Fortuna Bay South Georgia MA000940
COS-2276 Antarctic Fur Seal - Pair playfighting Fortuna Bay, South Georgia Arctocephalus gazella Bill Coster Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Common Seal - On Rocks Phoca vitulina vitulina Shetland Mainland, UK MA001216
COS-2090 Common Seal - On Rocks Shetland Mainland, UK Phoca vitulina Bill Coster Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Grey Seal Halichoerus grypus Shetland Mainland, UK MA001223
COS-2089 Grey Seal Shetland Mainland, UK Halichoerus grypus Bill Coster Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Common Seal - On Rocks Phoca vitulina vitulina Noss nature Reserve Shetland, UK MA001213
COS-2088 Common Seal - On Rocks Noss Nature Reserve, Shetland, UK Phoca vitulina Bill Coster Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Common Seal Phoca vitulina vitulina Yell, Shetland, UK MA001204
COS-2085 Common Seal Yell, Shetland, UK Phoca vitulina Bill Coster Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Common Seal
CK-982 Common / Harbour Seal Phoca vitulina Chris Knights Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Crabeater Seal, Swimming beside sea ice with one on the ice - October Antarctic
CK-4284 Crabeater Seal, Swimming beside sea ice with one on the ice October Antarctic Lobodon carcinophaga Chris Knights Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Grey Seal - pup, on snow covered beach UK
CAN-1766e Grey Seal - Young on snow covered beach UK John Cancalosi Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

South American or Southern sealion (Otaria byronia), adult male. Patagonia
AUS-907 South American or Southern sealion (Otaria byronia), adult male. Patagonia Graham Robertson / Auscape / ardea.com Auscape Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Common / Harbour Seal Apult wih fish & young
AEB-2527 Common / Harbour Seal - Adult wih fish & young Phoca vitulina Elizabeth Bomford Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Common / Harbour Seal Adult with fish & pup
AEB-2526 Common / Harbour Seal - Adult with fish & pup Phoca vitulina Elizabeth Bomford Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

California Sealion - resting on buoy. Monterey Harbor - California - USA
FG-EC-116 California Sealion - resting on buoy Monterey Harbor, California, USA Zalophus californianus Francois Gohier Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

South American Sealion - Mother and pup, hesitating to enter the ocean because of presence of killer whales in
FG-eb-414 South American Sealion - Mother and pup, hesitating to enter the ocean because of presence of killer whales in the area Valdes Peninsula, Patagonia

Weddell Seal Mac Murdo Sound, Antarctica
JPF-7826 Weddell / Weddel Seal Mac Murdo Sound, Antarctica Leptonychotes weddelli Jean Paul Ferrero Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

South American Sealions. Valdes Peninsula - Patagonia This image concludes a series depicting a large adult Killer
FG-eb-329 South American Sealions Punta Norte, Valdes Peninsula, Province Chubut, Patagonia, Argentina. Otaria flavescens This image concludes a series depicting a large adult Killer whale

Killer whale / Orc - Hunting South American Sea lion pups at the water's edge
FG-eb-275 Killer whale / Orca - Hunting South American Sea lion pups at the water's edge Punta Norte, Valdes Peninsula, Province Chubut, Patagonia

Orca / Killer whale - Orca hunting South American Sealion pup, on a beach at Punta Norte, Valdes Peninsula, Patagonia
FG-ea-924 Orca / Killer whale - Orca hunting South American Sealion pup on a beach at Punta Norte, Valdes Peninsula, Patagonia

South American Sealion - To avoid swimming along a stretch of shoreline patrolled by killer whales
FG-ea-579 South American Sealion - To avoid swimming along a stretch of shoreline patrolled by killer whales / Orcas (dorsal fins visible in the image)

Killer whale / Orca - Energetic behavior while the orcas feed on a sealion pup
FG-ea-561 Killer whale / Orca - Energetic behavior while the orcas feed on a sealion pup Punta Norte, Valdes Peninsula, Province Chubut, Patagonia

Killer whale / Orca - Giant Petrels are waiting while the orcas feed on a sealion pup
FG-ea-555 Killer whale / Orca - Giant Petrels are waiting while the orcas feed on a sealion pup Punta Norte, Valdes Peninsula, Province Chubut, Patagonia

Killer whale / Orca - Hunting South American sea lion pups in the surf at Punta Norte, Valdes Peninsula
FG-ea-531 Killer whale / Orca - Hunting South American sealion pups in the surf at Punta Norte Valdes Peninsula, Province Chubut, Patagonia, Argentina

Southern Elephant Seal - Dominant male Valdes Peninsula, Patagonia, Argentina
FG-dz-880 Southern Elephant Seal - Dominant male Valdes Peninsula, Patagonia, Argentina Mirounga leonina Francois Gohier Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Southern Elephant Seal - male Valdes Peninsula, Patagonia, Argentina
FG-dz-870 Southern Elephant Seal - male Valdes Peninsula, Patagonia, Argentina Mirounga leonina Francois Gohier Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Southern Elephant Seal - Female, stretching Valdes Peninsula, Patagonia, Argentina
FG-dz-860 Southern Elephant Seal - Female, stretching Valdes Peninsula, Patagonia, Argentina Mirounga leonina Francois Gohier Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Killer whale / Orca - Hunting South American sea lion pups. Punta Norte, Valdes Peninsula, Patagonia, Argentina
FG-dz-331 Killer Whale / Orca - Hunting South American Sealions (Otaria flavescens) Valdes Peninsula, Province Chubut, Patagonia

Northern Elephant Seal - Weaned pup learning to swim. San Benitos Islands, Pacific Ocean, off Baja California
FG-dp-248 Northern Elephant Seal - Weaned Pup learning to swim San Benitos Islands, Pacific Ocean, off Baja California, Mexico Mirounga augusirostris Distribution: Canada

Killer whale / Orca - playing with a captured South American sea lion pup
FG-by-544 Killer whale / Orca - playing with a captured South American sealion pup Punta Norte, Valdes Peninsula, Patagonia

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"Pinnipeds: Majestic Marine Predators and Playful Pups" In the vast waters of Patagonia, Argentina, a remarkable sight unfolds as the mighty Killer whale or Orca named "MEL" embarks on a hunting expedition. At 45 to 50 years old, this adult male showcases his prowess by targeting South American Sealion pups on Punta Norte's beach. Witnessing this spectacle in March 2006 leaves one in awe of nature's raw power. Meanwhile, across the ocean in England's Donna Nook along the Lincolnshire Coast, a serene scene captures our attention. A Grey Seal young stretches its body while resting peacefully on the sandy beach. The tranquility is palpable as it basks under the gentle sun rays. Venturing further into North America's Pacific Ocean coast lies Piedras Blancas colony in California. Here, Northern Elephant Seals engage in fierce battles amidst crashing waves. Their strength and determination are evident as they fight for dominance with an impressive display of force. Traveling to Galapagos reveals another captivating pinniped encounter - Galapagos Sealion lounges gracefully upon pristine beaches. Their sleek bodies glisten under sunlight while they enjoy moments of relaxation amid their natural habitat. The Arctic region presents us with two distinct species showcasing their unique characteristics. First, we meet a Walrus - a large male whose open mouth displays its formidable tusks that serve both defense and communication purposes within its social groups. Then we encounter Caspian seal pups frolicking playfully alongside Harp Seal pups against icy backdrops – reminding us of nature's adorable wonders. Back at Donna Nook once again, an adult male Grey Seal yawns lazily on the beach before resuming its coastal activities; these creatures possess an undeniable charm even during their most mundane moments. Hawaii brings forth yet another fascinating member of the pinniped family - Hawaiian Monk Seal graces the shores with its distinct appearance and solitary nature.