Grey Seal (Halichoerus grypus). Two weeks old plus pup. Head raised. White fur. Flank body folds indicative of mothers departure. Independence begins.

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Grey Seal (Halichoerus grypus). Two weeks old pup. Head raised. White fur. Whiskers. Vibissae originating spots. Sensitive. Lying on a sandy beach, Waxham, Norfolk. A winter season birth. Mother not present but pup still dependant on, for milk nourishment.

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Photo credit: © Joe Blossom / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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