CALIFORNIA: Central Coast

Don't worry, this massive crowd of elephant seals are perfectly ok.  In fact, they are enjoying a natural spa day by lying in the sun and experience a badly named "catastrophic molt".  They are shedding their fur for the season which is expected for this time of year.

They are a common sight along the beautiful ride up Route 1 along the Central Coast highway.  If you want to learn more about them or help with their preservation, you can check out the Friends of the Elephant Seal organization.

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