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Adult bull Southern elephant seal (Mirounga leonina) hauled out and in a wallow while molting on the beach at Fortuna Bay on South Georgia Island, southern Atlantic Ocean

Adult bull Southern elephant seal (Mirounga leonina) hauled out and in a wallow while molting on the beach at Fortuna Bay on South Georgia Island, southern Atlantic Ocean


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Adult bull Southern elephant seal (Mirounga leonina) hauled out and in a wallow while molting on the beach at Fortuna Bay on South Georgia Island, southern Atlantic Ocean

Michael Nolan / SplashdownDirect

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Adult Atlantic Ocean Bull Close Up Earless Seal Elephant Seal Grytviken Haul Island Lone Looking At Camera Male Mirounga Leonina Moult Moulting One Mammal Pinniped Seal Single South Georgia South Georgia Island Southern Atlantic Ocean Southern Elephant Seal Southern Hemisphere Ugly Whaling Station M Ammals Wallow


Who Needs a Spa Day? This Elephant Seal Knows How to Molting in Style!

EDITORS COMMENTS
. In this hilarious print captured by Michael Nolan, we witness the ultimate self-care routine of an adult bull Southern elephant seal on South Georgia Island. Forget about fancy resorts and expensive treatments; this charming mammal has found its own unique way to rejuvenate! With a close-up shot that leaves no detail unnoticed, we can't help but notice the undeniable ugliness (or rather, unique charm) of this lone seal. Its wrinkled skin and comically large nose make it stand out from the crowd of ordinary mammals. As our protagonist hauls itself out onto the beach at Fortuna Bay, it's clear that it's time for some serious pampering. With a determined look in its eyes as it stares directly into the camera lens, you can almost hear it saying, "Move aside humans, I'm taking over!". The molting process becomes an opportunity for pure bliss as our seal friend indulges in a wallow like no other. Covered in sand and mud from head to flipper, this is one spa treatment that guarantees maximum relaxation. Located in the stunning southern Atlantic Ocean on South Georgia Island, this elephant seal knows how to enjoy life even amidst rugged surroundings. So next time you're feeling stressed or need some inspiration for your own self-care routine, just remember: sometimes all you need is a little wallow time!

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