Atlantic or Grey Seal (Halichoerus grypus). Cow or female. Lying on left flank and scratching side. Self grooming.

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Atlantic or Grey Seal (Halichoerus grypus). Young cow or female. Alerted, and planting a displacement scratch on flank. Horsey beach, North Norfolk. February.

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Photo credit: © Joe Blossom / Alamy / Afripics
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