A spotted harbor seal rests on a wet rock with eyes closed, its whiskers and fur texture visible against blurred coastal boulders. — Far East Marine Reserve, Primorsky Krai · September 2009

Resting Seal on Algae Rock

A spotted harbour seal rests on wet rock at the Far East Marine Reserve, its eyes closed and whiskers fine against the warm blur of surrounding boulders. Diffuse September light gives even coverage across the fur without flattening the texture.

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Nikon D200400mmf/5.61/500sISO 4009 September 2009

Foreground Interest Rule Of Thirds Shallow Depth Of Field Autumn Overcast

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