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AH_Southern Elephant Seal Mirounga leonina Beachmaster Bull_5278.jpg
Scars on Southern Elephant Seal bull (Mirounga leonina). This dominant bull or 'Beachmaster' fights off rival males to keep his harem of female. The territorial fights frequently result in deep wounds. King Haakon Bay, South Georgia. November.
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