Pinniped Collection (page 6)

Harbor Seals Napping on the Rocks, beach at Bandon, Oregon Credit as: Jean Carter / Jaynes Gallery / DanitaDelimont.com

Southern elephant seal (Mirounga leonina) after harem and breeding season. Young bulls fighting and establishing pecking order Falkland Islands

Cormorant and Steller sea lion, Ernest Sound, Wrangell, Alaska

LeConte Glacier, Harbor Seal, LeConte Bay, Alaska, USA

Waterfall, Harbor Seal, LeConte Bay, Alaska

Harbor Seal, LeConte Bay, Alaska, USA

King Penguins (Aptenodytes patagonicus) approached by an Antarctic Fur Seal (Arctocephalus gazella). A few pecks from the penguins caused the seal to retreat

Australian sea lion (Neophoca cinerea) pup suckling. Kangaroo Island, South Australia. November

Steller sea lions (Eumetopias jubatus) swimming in the Bering Sea near Verkhoturova Island, Russia

Steller sea lions (Eumetopias jubatus) playing underwater, Inian Island, Alaska, USA. August

Aerial view of Galapagos sea lion group (Zalophus wollebaeki) swimming with Brown pelicans (Pelecanus occidentalis) followng them to hunt and scavenge

Galapagos sea lion (Zalophus wollebaeki) hunting, Champion Islet, Floreana Island, Galapagos

Galapagos sea lion (Zalophus wollebaeki) female and pup, Punta Albemarle, Isabela Island, Galapagos

Galapagos fur sea (Arctocephalus galapagoensis) pup, curiously approaching group of Marine iguanas (Amblyrhynchus cristatus) Cape Hammond, Fernandina Island, Galapagos

Galapagos sea lions (Zalophus wollebaeki) sub adult males playing with starfish, Mosquera Islet, Galapagos

Galapagos Sea Lion (Zalophus californianus wollebacki) resting on rocks at sunset on North Seymour Island, Galapagos, Ecuador. December

Galapagos sea lion (Zalophus wollebaeki) hunting shoal of Black striped salemas (Xenocys jessiae), Rabida Island, Galapagos, Ecuador. December

Californian sea lion (Zalophus californianus) swimming in Southern sea palm (Eisenia arborea) and Giant Kelp (Macrocystis pyrifera) forest, San Benitos Islands

Atlantic walruses (Odobenus rosmarus) resting on ice, with two large individuals facing off just before the one on the right stabbed the other with his tusks, Svalbard, Norway, June

South American Sealion, (Otaria byronia) breeding colony. Punta San Juan Reserve, (Reserva Nacional de Islas, Islotes y Puntas Guaneras) Peru

Antarctic fur seal (Arctocephalus gazella), Antarctic Peninsula, Antarctica

Ecuador, Galapagos Islands. Galapagos sea lion underwater

Ecuador, Galapagos Islands. White morph Galapagos sea lion

Canada, British Columbia. Steller sea lions in Clayoquot Sound

Stellers sea lions (Eumetopias jubatus) off the coast of the Great Bear Rainforest, near Bella Bella, British Columbia, Canada. August

Galapagos sea lions (Zalophus californianus) two interacting on sand, Mosquera Islet, Galapagos Islands, Ecuador. May

California sealion, (Zalophus californianus), playing with seastar, Los Islotes, Sea of Cortez, Baja California, Mexico, East Pacific Ocean

South American sea lion (OtariaAflavescens) colony on beach, Punta Norte, Peninsula Valdes
South American sea lion (Otariaflavescens) colony on beach, Punta Norte, Peninsula Valdes, Argentina

Young California sea lion (Zalophus californianus) play in the canopy of a forest of Giant kelp (Macrocystis pyrifera). Santa Barbara Island, Channel Islands. California, USA. North East Pacific Ocean

Galapagos sea lions (Zalophus wollebaeki) swimming in the surf, Galapagos

Southern sea lions (Otaria flavescens) Comau Fjord, Patagonia, Chile, Pacific Ocean, January

Atlantic Walrus (Odobenus rosmarus) at surface, Svalbard, Norway, Arctic, September

RF- Walrus (Odobenus rosmaris) close up head portrait, Svalbard, Norway

Walrus (Odobenus rosmarus) on coast of Wrangel Island, Far Eastern Russia, September

Walrus (Odobenus rosmarus) male in water, Vaygach Island, Arctic, Russia, July

California sea lions (Zalophus californianus) playing in a kelp forest off Santa Barbara Island, California, USA

Australian sealion with young at sea surface {Neophoca cinerea} Australia. Endangered species

Santa Fe lava lizard (Microlophus albemarlensis) on sand by a resting Galapagos sea lion (Zalophus wollebaeki) Santa Fe Island, Galapagos, Endangered species

RF - Galapagos sea lions (Zalophus wollebaeki) five females hauled out on a beach. Espagnola Island, Galapagos Islands, Ecuador. Tropical East Pacific Ocean

California sea lion (Zalophus californianus) bursts through a school of Pacific chub mackerel (Scomber japonicus) while hunting beneath Eureka oil rig, Los Angeles, California, USA, Pacific Ocean

Group of young California sea lions (Zalophus californianus) playing in the sun in the early morning. Santa Barbara Island, Channel Islands. Los Angeles, California, USA. North East Pacific Ocean

Four Galapagos sea lions (Zalophus wollebaeki) sleeping on beach, Floreana Island, Galapagos, Endangered species

Steller sea lion (Eumetopias jubatus) on harbor buoy, Ventura, California USA

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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.