Oamaru, New Zealand - 17 May 2012. This happy and safe juvenile seal, with many others, can be seen in birthing grounds close to Oamaru, on New Zealan

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Oamaru, New Zealand - 17 May 2012. This happy and safe juvenile seal, with many others, can be seen in birthing grounds close to Oamaru, on New Zealand's Pacific coast. This safe sanctuary area for the little ones is next to a stream leading directly to the shore. You can get very close, but respect and quiet is absolutely mandated.

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