elephant seals vs king tide

Elephant Seals Fight For Their Lives!

The Elephant Seals were slammed with the king tide that rocked the California coast during their birthing season.

For three days they fought for their lives in the surging waves! The newborn seal pups are particulary vulnerable as they can’t swim well or regulate their body temperatures in the frigid winter waters of the Pacific Ocean.

Come with The Curio Cat as we revisit the seal colonies along the central California coast and see what’s become of these beloved creatures!

**WARNING: There is footage of some poor baby seals that lost their lives due to the weather event. Sensitive persons should not view this video.

Or watch it on our YouTube channel here. For more info about our videographer, Hannah, click here!

By Hannah

Hannah is a photographer/videographer who specializes in nature and wildlife content, research assistance (citizen science), and data collection. She is an avid hiker, birder, and Yelp Elite Squad member!

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