Pinnipeds Collection (#3)

Weddell seal (Leptonychotes weddellii) sleeping, Deception Island, Antarctica Peninsula, Antarctica, February

Grey seal (Halichoerus grypus) laughing, Helgoland, Germany

Young Grey seal (Halichoerus grypus) exploring a seaweed garden in summer, Cairns Of Coll, Island of Coll, Inner Hebrides, Scotland, UK, North Atlantic Ocean, June

Old male Grey seal (Halichoerus grypus) with mouth wide open showing worn teeth, Lundy Island, Bristol Channel, England, UK, May. 2020VISION Book Plate

Galapagos sea lion (Zalophus wollebaeki) looking out to sea on sandy beach. Endangered. Espanola Island, Galapagos, Ecuador, June

A pair of Australian Sea Lions (Neophoca cinerea) socialising in the shallows. Kangaroo Island, South Australia, Australia. Southern Ocean. November

Atlantic grey seal (Halichoerus grypus) resting vertical beneath the surface, Lundy Island, Devon, UK. July

A young Grey Seal (Halichoerus grypus) above kelp in the Farne Islands. This seal has an orange snout from foraging on a rusty ship wreck. Northumberland, England, UK. North Sea. February

Free diver swimming amongst Californian sealions (Zalophus californianus) Anacapa Island, California, Pacific Ocean Model released

Weddell seal (Leptonychotes weddellii) male surfacing in ice hole, McMurdo Sound, Ross Sea, Antarctica, November 2008

Grey seal {Halichoerus grypus} two adolescents interact among the breaking waves, Lincolnshire, UK

RF- Grey seal (Halichoerus grypus) pups on Norfolk Beach, England, UK, December

A bearded seal lounges on sea ice at Spitsbergen

Ringed seal (Pusa hispida) resting on ice, Svalbard, Norway. April

Grey seal (Halichoerus grypus) pup and mother sniffing and nuzzling each other. Donna Nook, Lincolnshire, UK. November

Grey seal (Halichoerus grypus) pup yawning. Donna Nook, Lincolnshire, UK. November

Grey seal (Halichoerus grypus) pup in white lanugo coat covered in sand. Donna Nook, Lincolnshire, UK. November

Grey seal (Halichoerus grypus) pup with flipper over one eye and both eyes closed. Donna Nook, Lincolnshire, UK. November

Grey seal (Halichoerus grypus) on stone beach, yawning, Saltee Islands, County Wexford, Ireland, May

Weddell seal (Leptonychotes weddellii) sleeping on snow, Antarctic Peninsula, Antarctica

Bearded seal (Erignathus barbatus) resting on section of remaining ice as surrounding sea ice melts in high temperatures, Arctic Sea, Svalbard Islands, Norway. 7th July, 2022

Harp seal (Pagophilus groenlandicus) pup about four weeks old, moulting, swimming under sea ice, Magdalen Islands, Gulf of St Lawrence, Canada

Woman paddling alongside curious Harbor seal (Phoca vitulina). Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon, Iceland. July

Juvenile Southern elephant seals (Mirounga leonina) practice fighting near a King penguin (Aptenodytes patagonicus) colony, Gold Harbour, South Georgia Island

King penguin (Aptenodytes patagonicus) caught between two huge Southern elephant seals (Mirounga leonina) Gold Harbour, South Georgia Island

Southern elephant seal (Mirounga leonina) resting, portrait, Gold Harbour, South Georgia Island

Close up of a Harp seal (Pagophilus groenlandicus) pup, Magdalen Islands, Canada. March

Harp seal (Pagophilus groenlandicus) pup swimming in a hole in the ice, Magdalen Islands, Canada. March

Harp Seal pup sitting up on flippers looking at camera, Canada
Newborn Harp seal pup (Phoca groenlandicus) sitting up on flippers on the icy shore looking at camera; Canada

Harbour Seal stone 27
Common Seal, Harbor Seal - adult seal resting on a stone - Svalbard, Norway Date: 27-Aug-19

Harbour Seal fish 39
Common Seal, Harbor Seal - seal eating a fish - Germany Date: 16-Aug-19

Harbour Seal stone 22
Common Seal, Harbor Seal - adult seal resting on a stone - Svalbard, Norway Date: 27-Aug-19

Harbour Seal fish 38
Common Seal, Harbor Seal - seal eating a fish - Germany Date: 16-Aug-19

Young, female Grey seal (Halichoerus grypus) swimming over a forest of Cuvie kelp (Laminaria hyperborea), Inner Hebrides, Scotland, UK, Atlantic Ocean. August

Leopard seal (Hydrurga leptonyx) rests, with King penguins (Aptenodytes patagonicus) in the background. Right Whale Bay, South Georgia Island

Southern elephant seal (Mirounga leonina) male, rests and yawns on the snow. Right Whale Bay, South Georgia Island

Southern elephant seal (Mirounga leonina) male rests in a shallow lagoon. St Andrews Bay, South Georgia Island

Southern elephant seals (Mirounga leonina) male fighting for breeding rights. St Andrews Bay, South Georgia Island

A California Sea Lion at London Zoo, October 1924 (b / w photo)
2962619 A California Sea Lion at London Zoo, October 1924 (b/w photo) by Bond, Frederick William (1887-1942); Zoological Society of London; eZoological Society of London; British, out of copyright

Two Southern Elephant Seals in their pool at London Zoo, 20th April 1914 (b / w photo)
1762499 Two Southern Elephant Seals in their pool at London Zoo, 20th April 1914 (b/w photo) by Bond, Frederick William (1887-1942); Zoological Society of London; (add.info)

Pantagonian Sea Lions, c. 1865 (w / c on paper)
780860 Pantagonian Sea Lions, c.1865 (w/c on paper) by Wolf, Joseph (1820-99); Zoological Society of London; eZoological Society of London; German, out of copyright

A Southern Elephant Seal at London Zoo, January 1912 (b / w photo)
1762480 A Southern Elephant Seal at London Zoo, January 1912 (b/w photo) by Bond, Frederick William (1887-1942); Zoological Society of London; (add.info.: This Elephant Seal was given to H.M)

Walrus - Tricherchus rosmarus (w / c on paper)
780844 Walrus - Tricherchus rosmarus (w/c on paper) by Wolf, Joseph (1820-99); Zoological Society of London; eZoological Society of London; German, out of copyright

A Common Seal lying on a flat rock at the edge of a pool in London Zoo
3474514 A Common Seal lying on a flat rock at the edge of a pool in London Zoo, August 1926 (b/w photo) by Bond, Frederick William (1887-1942)

A female California sea lion lying on a rocky terrace, while feeding her pup, London Zoo
3116073 A female California sea lion lying on a rocky terrace, while feeding her pup, London Zoo, July 1925 (b/w photo) by Bond

A young Walrus in the snow, London Zoo, February 1924 (b / w photo)
2967832 A young Walrus in the snow, London Zoo, February 1924 (b/w photo) by Bond, Frederick William (1887-1942); Zoological Society of London; eZoological Society of London; British, out of copyright

The Bladder-Nosed Seals in the Zoological Societys Gardens (engraving)
1104464 The Bladder-Nosed Seals in the Zoological Societys Gardens (engraving) by Wood, Thomas W. (fl. 1870s); Private Collection; (add.info)

Leopard seal (Hydrurga leptonyx) resting on ice with three Adelie penguin (Pygoscelis adeliae) behind, Antarctica

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Pinnipeds, the fascinating creatures of the sea, captivate us with their diverse behaviors and habitats. Meet "MEL, " an adult male Orca or Killer whale, who at 45 to 50 years old showcases his hunting prowess by preying on South American Sealion pups along the picturesque Punta Norte beach in Patagonia, Argentina. On a different shore, a young Grey Seal stretches its body while resting peacefully on Donna Nook beach in Lincolnshire Coast, England. The tranquility of this moment is contrasted by another image from Orkney, Scotland where a determined Grey Seal swims towards the camera with grace and determination. In Piedras Blancas colony along California's coast in North America's Pacific Ocean, Northern Elephant Seals engage in fierce battles amidst crashing waves. Their strength and dominance are awe-inspiring as they fight for territory and mates. Traveling to the enchanting Galapagos Islands reveals a delightful sight - Galapagos Sealion basking lazily on sandy beaches. These charismatic creatures bring joy to all who witness their playful antics. A massive Walrus captures our attention with its open mouth display of power and might. This large male commands respect as it navigates icy waters with ease. Venturing further east brings us face-to-face with adorable Caspian seal pups that melt hearts with their innocent charm. Similarly captivating are Harp Seal Pups whose fluffy white coats make them appear like living snowballs against icy landscapes. Back to Donna Nook beach in Lincolnshire, UK we find an adult male Grey Seal yawning lazily after what seems like a satisfying nap under the sun's warm rays. The Hawaiian Monk Seal takes us across oceans to Hawaii where these critically endangered species find solace on remote beaches. Witnessing one of these rare seals is truly a privilege that reminds us of our responsibility to protect marine life worldwide. From birth until adulthood, every stage is precious for Grey Seals.