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Posted: 05 Mar 2013

Taken: 01 Jan 1968

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Macquarie Island 1968: Roar at the snow

Macquarie Island 1968: Roar at the snow
From an old slide. Toward the end of winter, the bull elephant seals arrive and stake out "their" patch of beach to establish a harem. This is a mature bull with the fully developed extended nose which leads to their name. Yes, the island does have reasonably frequent "freeze-ups" during the year, most for only several days. Best viewed on black.

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 Janet Brien
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Holy cow, what an incredible image, one of the very best I've ever seen of a bull elephant seal! Outstanding. Man, do you impress me!! Really incredible timing here. Well done, and thanks so much for sharing this old slide with us!!!
10 years ago.
tiabunna club has replied to Janet Brien club
Thank you very much indeed, Janet. I'll admit this also is one of my favourites, usually these chaps just wallow around in mud and it's difficult to make them look presentable in those conditions. :)
10 years ago.
 Diane Putnam
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Intimidating!
5 years ago.

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