Northern elephant seal (Mirounga angustirostris). Also known as sea elephants. Large males compete for territory and harems on the beach at Piedras B

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Northern elephant seal (Mirounga angustirostris). Also known as sea elephants. Large males compete for territory and harems on the beach at Piedras Blancas rookery

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Photo credit: © Joe Austin Photography / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
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