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

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Atlantic or Grey Seal (Halichoerus grypus). Cow or female. Relaxed, resting on the beach. Using teeth to 'nibble clean' fore flipper. Noteworthy are the five claws, illustrating the fact that this is a pentadactyl limb.

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Size: 5616px × 3744px
Photo credit: © Joe Blossom / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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