Pinnipeds Collection (#6)

Grey seal (Halichoerus grypus) young seal silhouetted against the sun as it dives after breathing, Lundy Island, Devon, UK, Bristol Channel, August

Grey seal (Halichoerus grypus) split level view of young investigating camera lens, Lundy Island, Devon, UK, Bristol Channel, August

Harbour seal (Phoca vitulina) in the kelp forest (Macrocystis pyrifera). Santa Barbara Island, Channel Islands. Los Angeles, California, United States of America. North East Pacific Ocean

A bull California sealion (Zalophus californianus) bursting through a school of baitfish in the shallows. Los Isotes, La Paz, Mexico. Sea of Cortez, East Pacific Ocean

A group of adult female California sealions (Zalophus californianus) bask in the sun at the surface. Los Isotes, La Paz, Mexico. Sea of Cortez, East Pacific Ocean

Southern elephant seal (Mirounga leonina) pup on beach, Caleta Valdes, Valdes Peninsula, Chubut, Patagonia, Argentina

Australian Sea Lion (Neophoca cinerea) lying on beach, Seal Bay Conservation Park, Kangaroo Island, South Australia State, Australia

Portrait of Southern Elephant Seal (Mirounga leonina), the largest species of pinniped. South-Georgia, Antarctica, January

Young grey seal (Halichoerus grypus) lying on sand, Helgoland, Germany

Southern elephant seal head portrait {Mirounga leonina} Falkland Is

Southern elephant seal {Mirounga leonina} female portrait. Valdez, Argentina

Grey seal (Halichoerus grypus) on beach with wind blowing sand, Donna Nook, Lincolnshire, UK, November 2008

Ringed seal (Phoca hispida) pup on ice, Svalbard, Norway

Southern elephant seal (Mirounga leonina) close up of sleeping individual, South Georgia. Taken on location for BBC Frozen Planet series, 2008

Grey seal (Halichoerus grypus) adult female among breaking waves, Lincolnshire, UK Non-ex

Stellers Sealion (Eumetopias jubata) stampede into the water. Clayoquot Sound, Vancouver Island, Canada, March

A young California sealion (Zalophus californianus) playing with a starfish, inside an underwater cave. The pups will pick up a variety of objects (such as starfish, lumps of coral)

Group of South American fur seals (Arctocephalus australis) swimming near the rocky shore. Puerto Deseado, Patagonia, Argentina, March 2008

South African fur seal (Arctocephalus pusillus pusillus) swimming near surface, Seal Island. False Bay, South Africa, July 2010

Northern elephant seal (Mirounga angustirostris) close-up of weaner / juvenile sleeping, Guadalupe Island Biosphere Reserve, off the coast of Baja California, Mexico, April

An adult female California sea lion (Zalophus californianus) head portrait, in a rocky underwater cave. La Paz, Baja California Mexico. Sea of Cortez, East Pacific Ocean. October

California sea lion pup (Zalophus californianus) portrait in a rocky underwater cave. La Paz, Baja California Mexico. Sea of Cortez, East Pacific Ocean. October

Atlantic grey seal (Halichoerus grypus) swimming beneath the surface, Lundy Island, Devon, England, UK. July 2010. Highly commended, Coast and Marine category

Large group of Californian sealions (Zalophus californianus) swimming underwater, Anacapa Island, California, Pacific Ocean

Grey seal {Halichoerus grypus} adult in surf, Donna Nock, Lincolnshire, UK

Southern elephant seal {Mirounga leonina} female defensive threat display, Valdez, Argentina

Northern elephant seal (Mirounga angustirostris) approaching camera, Cedros Island, Pacific Ocean, Baja California, Mexico, May

Northern Elephant Seal (Mirounga angustirostris)

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Southern Elephant Seal (Mirounga leonina) ~ Puerto madryn, Chubut, Argentina, South America

Picture No. 10864941
Skull of Crabeater Seal (Lobodon) Date:

Southern Elephant Seal - showing size comparison with King Penguins (Aptenodytes patagonicus)
WAT-17059 Southern Elephant Seal - showing size comparison with King Penguins (Aptenodytes patagonicus) Saint Andrew - South Georgia Mirounga leonina M

Harp Seal - baby Magdalen Islands Quebec Canada
WAT-14271 Harp Seal - baby Magdalen Islands Quebec Canada M. Watson Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Harp Seal - Adult female emerging from a hole in the ice Magdalen Islands Quebec Canada
WAT-14308 Harp Seal - Adult female emerging from a hole in the ice Magdalen Islands Quebec Canada Phoca groenlandica M. Watson Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Harp Seal - baby Magdalen Islands Quebec Canada
WAT-14251 Harp Seal - baby Magdalen Islands Quebec Canada Phoca groenlandica M. Watson Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Northern Elephant Seal
FG-84 Northern Elephant SEAL with humorous face Mirounga Angustirostrus Francois Gohier Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Southern Elephant Seal bull growling at a gentoo penguin on the beach, Antarctica
Close-up of a southern elephant seal bull (Mirounga leonina) on the beach growling at a gentoo penguin (Pygoscelis papua) passing by; South Georgia Island, Antarctica

Close-up portrait of a Southern Elephant Seal pup, Antarctica
Close-up portrait of a southern elephant seal pup (Mirounga leonina) looking out; South Georgia Island, Antarctica

Portrait of Antarctic fur seal, South Georgia Island, Antarctica
Close-up portrait of an Antarctic fur seal (Arctocephalus gazella) looking at camera; South Georgia Island, Antarctica

Southern Elephant Seal pups play fighting, Antarctica
Portrait of two southern elephant seal pups (Mirounga leonina) with comical expressions play fighting; South Georgia Island, Antarctica

Crabeater seal resting on ice in the Errera Channel of the Antarctic
A Crabeater seal (Lobodon carcinophaga) rests on ice near an iceberg in the Errera Channel of the Antarctic; Antarctica

Southern elephant seal pup barking at group of king penguins on South Georgia Island, Antarctica
Southern elephant seal pup (Mirounga leonina) barking at small group of king penguins (Aptenodytes patagonicus) on the snow covered tundra on South Georgia Island; South Georgia, Antarctica

Cichlids swim around a manatee in a river
Cichlids school around an endangered Florida Manatee (Trichechus manatus latirostris) at Three Sisters Spring. The Florida Manatee is a subspecies of the West Indian Manatee; Crystal River, Florida

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Walrus - swimming group - Svalbard, Norway Date:

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Northern Elephant Seal with its mouth wide open. Date:

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Southern Elephant Seal (Mirounga leonina) ~ Puerto madryn, Chubut, Argentina, South America

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Southern / Patagonian / South American Sea Lion (Otaria flavescens) Date:

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Southern Elephant Seal (Mirounga leonina) Date:

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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.