Mammalogy - Mammal Observations

XplorMor International fieldwork, expeditions and programs encourage discovery, appreciation and conservation of our planet. Our mammal observations document physical appearance, behaviors and habitats of this animal class, with the exclusion of humans. Our aim is for this scientific research and beautiful photography to engage people in learning more about mammals, and protecting species and their habitats.

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Northern Elephant Seals

Northern Elephant Seals, Mirounga angustirostris, vocalizing for dominance at Piedras Blancas Elephant Seal Rookery, located along the central coast of California. Males establish dominance to determine who does the majority of the mating in a harem. The first phase is a distinctive low-frequency, guttural vocalization. The dominance battle can progress to a bloody physical attack.

Northern elephant seal Mirounga angustirostris elephant seal Piedras Blancas Rookery seal California coast rookery Piedras Blancas Elephant Seal Rookery San Simeon seals xplormor wildlife viewing beach sand ocean Pacific Ocean shoreline wildlife habitat wildlife mammal sea mammal California Central Coast elephant seal viewing elephant seal vista point seal nesting ground elephant seal vocalization asserting dominance

From USA: Piedras Blancas Elephant Seal Rookery

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