This close-up, high-angle shot captures a crowded group of Cape Fur Seals basking on a concrete or rocky surface, likely part of a coastal haul-out area or a man-made structure in Cape Town, South Africa. In the center of the frame, a large, dark-furred seal is seen with its mouth wide open, revealing its teeth and tongue, suggesting it is mid-yawn or vocalizing. Its fur appears wet and sleek. Surrounding it are several other seals, tightly packed together, their bodies overlapping. Many are resting or sleeping, with their lighter brown or grey fur contrasting with the darker central figure. Their large, webbed flippers are visible on some of the seals. Strong, elongated shadows from a fence or railing are cast across the seals and the ground, indicating direct sunlight from a low angle, suggesting either early morning or late afternoon. The lighting creates a striped pattern on some of the seals' bodies and the concrete, highlighting their textures. The scene appears calm and sunny. There is no visible text in the image.

Cape Fur Seals Bask on Concrete Surfaces

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Thu, Apr 23, 2026, 01:46 PM

Cape Town, South Africa

-33.90600, 18.42200

This close-up, high-angle shot captures a crowded group of Cape Fur Seals basking on a concrete or rocky surface, likely part of a coastal haul-out area or a man-made structure in Cape Town, South Afr…read more

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