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The Gentoo Penguin, theworld's only surfing penguin, Falkland Islands - 2007
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Gentoo Penguins surfing
The Gentoo Penguin, theworld's only surfing penguin, Falkland Islands - 2007
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The Gentoo Penguin, theworld's only surfing penguin, Falkland Islands - 2007
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Andy Rouse / Rex Features ( 729613r )
Gentoo Penguins surfing
The Gentoo Penguin, theworld's only surfing penguin, Falkland Islands - 2007
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The Gentoo Penguin, theworld's only surfing penguin, Falkland Islands - 2007
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Andy Rouse / Rex Features ( 729613q )
Gentoo Penguins surfing
The Gentoo Penguin, theworld's only surfing penguin, Falkland Islands - 2007
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The Gentoo Penguin, theworld's only surfing penguin, Falkland Islands - 2007
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Andy Rouse / Rex Features ( 729613n )
Gentoo Penguins surfing
The Gentoo Penguin, theworld's only surfing penguin, Falkland Islands - 2007
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The Gentoo Penguin, theworld's only surfing penguin, Falkland Islands - 2007
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Andy Rouse / Rex Features ( 729613m )
Gentoo Penguins surfing
The Gentoo Penguin, theworld's only surfing penguin, Falkland Islands - 2007
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The Gentoo Penguin, theworld's only surfing penguin, Falkland Islands - 2007
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Andy Rouse / Rex Features ( 729613l )
Gentoo Penguins surfing
The Gentoo Penguin, theworld's only surfing penguin, Falkland Islands - 2007
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The Gentoo Penguin, theworld's only surfing penguin, Falkland Islands - 2007
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Andy Rouse / Rex Features ( 729613k )
Gentoo Penguins surfing
The Gentoo Penguin, theworld's only surfing penguin, Falkland Islands - 2007
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The Gentoo Penguin, theworld's only surfing penguin, Falkland Islands - 2007
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Andy Rouse / Rex Features ( 729613h )
Gentoo Penguins surfing
The Gentoo Penguin, theworld's only surfing penguin, Falkland Islands - 2007
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The Gentoo Penguin, theworld's only surfing penguin, Falkland Islands - 2007
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Andy Rouse / Rex Features ( 729613g )
Gentoo Penguins surfing
The Gentoo Penguin, theworld's only surfing penguin, Falkland Islands - 2007
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The Gentoo Penguin, theworld's only surfing penguin, Falkland Islands - 2007
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Andy Rouse / Rex Features ( 729613f )
Gentoo Penguins surfing
The Gentoo Penguin, theworld's only surfing penguin, Falkland Islands - 2007
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The Gentoo Penguin, theworld's only surfing penguin, Falkland Islands - 2007
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Andy Rouse / Rex Features ( 729613e )
Gentoo Penguins surfing
The Gentoo Penguin, theworld's only surfing penguin, Falkland Islands - 2007
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The Gentoo Penguin, theworld's only surfing penguin, Falkland Islands - 2007
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Andy Rouse / Rex Features ( 729613b )
Gentoo Penguins surfing
The Gentoo Penguin, theworld's only surfing penguin, Falkland Islands - 2007
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The Gentoo Penguin, theworld's only surfing penguin, Falkland Islands - 2007
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Andy Rouse / Rex Features ( 729613a )
Gentoo Penguins surfing
The Gentoo Penguin, theworld's only surfing penguin, Falkland Islands - 2007
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Paul Goldstein - Nov 2011
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King Penguins, Gold Harbour, South Georgia
Paul Goldstein - Nov 2011
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With Saturday (25 April) being World Penguin Day, wildlife photographer Paul Goldstein has shared some of his favourite pictures of the aquatic, flightless birds.
Wimbledon-based Paul, who guides for Exodus Travels, has led many expeditions to the poles on small ice-breakers, so has had great opportunites to document penguin behaviour.
He explains: "I love the polar bears of the North but there is something magical about the penguins down South that entrance me. Yes it can be a mission to get there but it is palpably worth it.
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Queen Escorted By Admiral Sir John (sandy) Woodward At Pangbourne College After The Opening Of The Falkland Islands Memorial Chapel. Pic Mike Forster
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Queen Escorted By Admiral Sir John (sandy) Woodward At Pangbourne College After The Opening Of The Falkland Islands Memorial Chapel. Pic Mike Forster
Queen Escorted By Admiral Sir John (sandy) Woodward At Pangbourne College After The Opening Of The Falkland Islands Memorial Chapel. Pic Mike Forster
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Queen Escorted By Admiral Sir John (sandy) Woodward At Pangbourne College After The Opening Of The Falkland Islands Memorial (background) Chapel. Pic Mike Forster 2000.
Mandatory Credit: Photo by REX/Mike Forster / Daily Mail (904959a)
Queen Escorted By Admiral Sir John (sandy) Woodward At Pangbourne College After The Opening Of The Falkland Islands Memorial (background) Chapel. Pic Mike Forster 2000.
Queen Escorted By Admiral Sir John (sandy) Woodward At Pangbourne College After The Opening Of The Falkland Islands Memorial (background) Chapel. Pic Mike Forster 2000.
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Queen Escorted By Admiral Sir John (sandy) Woodward At Pangbourne College After The Opening Of The Falkland Islands Memorial Chapel. Pic Mike Forster.
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Queen Escorted By Admiral Sir John (sandy) Woodward At Pangbourne College After The Opening Of The Falkland Islands Memorial Chapel. Pic Mike Forster.
Queen Escorted By Admiral Sir John (sandy) Woodward At Pangbourne College After The Opening Of The Falkland Islands Memorial Chapel. Pic Mike Forster.
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Margaret Thatcher Stands Proudly On Victory Green Port Stanley During Her Visit To The Falkland Islands. She Was There To Mark The 10th Anniversary Of The Falklands War.
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Keith Waldegrave / Mail On Sunday / Rex Features (879163a)
Margaret Thatcher Stands Proudly On Victory Green Port Stanley During Her Visit To The Falkland Islands. She Was There To Mark The 10th Anniversary Of The Falklands War.
Margaret Thatcher Stands Proudly On Victory Green Port Stanley During Her Visit To The Falkland Islands. She Was There To Mark The 10th Anniversary Of The Falklands War.
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Zusammenstellung: Margaret Thatcher mit 87 Jahren gestorben - auf den Falkland Islands
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The Falkland Islands - 1999
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Tim Rooke / Rex Features (302724g)
Thatcher Drive, Port Stanley, Falkland Islands
The Falkland Islands - 1999
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The Falklands War - 1982
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Rex Features (98312a)
SINKING OF HMS ANTELOPE IN SAN CARLOS WATER
The Falklands War - 1982
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The Falklands War - 1982
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Rupert Nichol / Rex Features (97051q)
Harriers on board HMS Hermes in Portsmouth Harbour
The Falklands War - 1982
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The Falklands War Victory Parade, London, Britain - 1982
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Rex Features (95958g)
The Falklands War Victory Parade
The Falklands War Victory Parade, London, Britain - 1982
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The Falklands War - 1982
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Rupert Nichol / Rex Features (97051p)
Harriers on board HMS Hermes
The Falklands War - 1982
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The Falklands War Victory Parade, London, Britain - 1982
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Rex Features (95958e)
The Falklands War Victory Parade
The Falklands War Victory Parade, London, Britain - 1982
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Royal Marines returning From Falklands War, Britain - 1982
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Nick Rogers / Rex Features (94213k)
Crowds on the dockside as British troops return from the Falklands aboard the SS Canberra
Royal Marines returning From Falklands War, Britain - 1982
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Royal Marines returning From Falklands War, Britain - 1982
Mandatory Credit: Photo by NICK ROGERS / Rex Features (94213a)
1982 THE CANBERRA RETURNS FROM THE FALKLANDS
Royal Marines returning From Falklands War, Britain - 1982
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Royal Marines returning From Falklands War, Britain - 1982
Mandatory Credit: Photo by NICK ROGERS / Rex Features (94213d)
ROYAL MARINE RETURNING FROM FALKLANDS WAR 1982 BRITAIN
Royal Marines returning From Falklands War, Britain - 1982
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The Falklands War, The QE2 leaving for the Falkland Islands, Southampton, Britain - 1982
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Nick Rogers / Rex Features (92621f)
The QE2 leaves for the Falkland Islands
The Falklands War, The QE2 leaving for the Falkland Islands, Southampton, Britain - 1982
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The Falklands War, The QE2 leaving for the Falkland Islands, Southampton, Britain - 1982
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Nick Rogers / Rex Features (92621c)
Troops on desk as the QE2 leaves for the Falkland Islands
The Falklands War, The QE2 leaving for the Falkland Islands, Southampton, Britain - 1982
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The Falkland Islands - 1999
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Tim Rooke / Rex Features (302724g)
Thatcher Drive, Port Stanley, Falkland Islands
The Falkland Islands - 1999
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The Falklands War - 1982
Mandatory Credit: Photo by John W Jockel / Rex Features (199818u)
British troops in Port Stanley, Falkland Islands
The Falklands War - 1982
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The Falklands War - 1982
Mandatory Credit: Photo by JOHN W JOCKEL / Rex Features (199818q)
ARGENTINE PRISONERS
The Falklands War - 1982
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The Falklands War - 1982
Mandatory Credit: Photo by JOHN W JOCKEL / Rex Features (199818p)
ROYAL MARINES GUARDING ARGENTINE PRISONERS
The Falklands War - 1982
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The Falklands War - 1982
Mandatory Credit: Photo by JOHN W JOCKEL / Rex Features (199818j)
BRITISH SOLDIERS ON THE FALKLAND ISLANDS IN THE SOUTH ATLANTIC
The Falklands War - 1982
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The Falklands War - 1982
Mandatory Credit: Photo by JOHN W JOCKEL / Rex Features (199818d)
SINKING OF HMS ANTELOPE IN SAN CARLOS WATER
The Falklands War - 1982
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The Falklands War - 1982
Mandatory Credit: Photo by JOHN W JOCKEL / Rex Features (199818c)
ROYAL MARINES IN PORT STANLEY HOISTING UNION JACK FLAG AT GOVERNMENT HOUSE
The Falklands War - 1982
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Front page of The Sun newspaper on the sinking of he Argentinian war ship General Belgrano during the Falkland Islands conflict - 04 May 1982
Mandatory Credit: Photo by News Group / Rex Features (132626a)
Gotcha headline : GOTCHA - Our lads sink gunboat ansd hole cruiser
Front page of The Sun newspaper on the sinking of he Argentinian war ship General Belgrano during the Falkland Islands conflict - 04 May 1982
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Service to mark the 25th Anniversary of the Falklands Conflict, Falkland Islands Memorial Chapel, Pangbourne College, Berkshire, Britain - 14 Jun 2007
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Tim Rooke / Rex Features (671106j)
Margaret Thatcher, Cherie Blair and Tony Blair
Service to mark the 25th Anniversary of the Falklands Conflict, Falkland Islands Memorial Chapel, Pangbourne College, Berkshire, Britain - 14 Jun 2007
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Southern Elephant seals, Falkland Islands - 2012
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Kjell-Erik Moseid / Rex Features (1788011y)
Awesome Elephant Seals: Fight To Be King of the Harem
When the prize is a harem of females, it is worth throwing your weight around.
These two males Southern elephant seals are pictured locked in a crunching battle for supremacy on the beaches of the Falkland Islands.
The pair went snout to snout in a power struggle over the alpha male role which entitles the winner to a choice of sometimes more than 100 cows on the breeding ground.
The amazing fight was captured by wildlife photographer Kjell-Erik Moseid who says the sound he experienced was almost as impressive as the pictures he shot.
He explains: "The deep rumble you can imagine. It is the sound of a heavy mill going round. Then there is a few seconds of quivering silence. Then they smack into each other and sound carries down to the spinal cord.
"The bigger and deeper the bass, the better. It acts as both a deterrent to competitors and to attract cows. The smaller bulls are often left on the fringes or they patrol back and forth in the sea, constantly on guard about the opportunity to present themselves. They patrol and then to test the king's harem reaction. Most often, a terrifying roar is enough for the newcomer make a quick retreat.
"When it comes to a fight, they face each other, trying to bite through the rival's thick leathery skin. But that's easier said than done to penetrate the thick layer of blubber. The match will be a clean power war, where the two banging each other the best they can. The stronger will land a bite, blood flows and the intruder realises it's over and swims into the sea."
With males over 20 feet (6 metres) long and weighing up to 4 tons (8,800 pounds, 4,000 kgs), Southern elephants are the largest of all seals. Males can weigh eight to ten times as much as females. They get their name from their trunklike infla...
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Southern Elephant seals, Falkland Islands - 2012
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Kjell-Erik Moseid / Rex Features (1788011q)
Southern elephant seals
Awesome Elephant Seals: Fight To Be King of the Harem
When the prize is a harem of females, it is worth throwing your weight around.
These two males Southern elephant seals are pictured locked in a crunching battle for supremacy on the beaches of the Falkland Islands.
The pair went snout to snout in a power struggle over the alpha male role which entitles the winner to a choice of sometimes more than 100 cows on the breeding ground.
The amazing fight was captured by wildlife photographer Kjell-Erik Moseid who says the sound he experienced was almost as impressive as the pictures he shot.
He explains: "The deep rumble you can imagine. It is the sound of a heavy mill going round. Then there is a few seconds of quivering silence. Then they smack into each other and sound carries down to the spinal cord.
"The bigger and deeper the bass, the better. It acts as both a deterrent to competitors and to attract cows. The smaller bulls are often left on the fringes or they patrol back and forth in the sea, constantly on guard about the opportunity to present themselves. They patrol and then to test the king's harem reaction. Most often, a terrifying roar is enough for the newcomer make a quick retreat.
"When it comes to a fight, they face each other, trying to bite through the rival's thick leathery skin. But that's easier said than done to penetrate the thick layer of blubber. The match will be a clean power war, where the two banging each other the best they can. The stronger will land a bite, blood flows and the intruder realises it's over and swims into the sea."
With males over 20 feet (6 metres) long and weighing up to 4 tons (8,800 pounds, 4,000 kgs), Southern elephants are the largest of all seals. Males can weigh eight to ten times as much as females. They get their name fro...
For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/IJYGRRRLG
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Southern Elephant seals, Falkland Islands - 2012
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Kjell-Erik Moseid / Rex Features (1788011k)
Two male elephant seals fight to be alpha male of a harem of up to 100 females (Pic 3)
Awesome Elephant Seals: Fight To Be King of the Harem
When the prize is a harem of females, it is worth throwing your weight around.
These two males Southern elephant seals are pictured locked in a crunching battle for supremacy on the beaches of the Falkland Islands.
The pair went snout to snout in a power struggle over the alpha male role which entitles the winner to a choice of sometimes more than 100 cows on the breeding ground.
The amazing fight was captured by wildlife photographer Kjell-Erik Moseid who says the sound he experienced was almost as impressive as the pictures he shot.
He explains: "The deep rumble you can imagine. It is the sound of a heavy mill going round. Then there is a few seconds of quivering silence. Then they smack into each other and sound carries down to the spinal cord.
"The bigger and deeper the bass, the better. It acts as both a deterrent to competitors and to attract cows. The smaller bulls are often left on the fringes or they patrol back and forth in the sea, constantly on guard about the opportunity to present themselves. They patrol and then to test the king's harem reaction. Most often, a terrifying roar is enough for the newcomer make a quick retreat.
"When it comes to a fight, they face each other, trying to bite through the rival's thick leathery skin. But that's easier said than done to penetrate the thick layer of blubber. The match will be a clean power war, where the two banging each other the best they can. The stronger will land a bite, blood flows and the intruder realises it's over and swims into the sea."
With males over 20 feet (6 metres) long and weighing up to 4 tons (8,800 pounds, 4,000 kgs), Southern elephants are the largest of all seals. Males can weigh...
For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/IJYGRRRLG
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Southern Elephant seals, Falkland Islands - 2012
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Kjell-Erik Moseid / Rex Features (1788011j)
Two male elephant seals fight to be alpha male of a harem of up to 100 females (Pic 2)
Awesome Elephant Seals: Fight To Be King of the Harem
When the prize is a harem of females, it is worth throwing your weight around.
These two males Southern elephant seals are pictured locked in a crunching battle for supremacy on the beaches of the Falkland Islands.
The pair went snout to snout in a power struggle over the alpha male role which entitles the winner to a choice of sometimes more than 100 cows on the breeding ground.
The amazing fight was captured by wildlife photographer Kjell-Erik Moseid who says the sound he experienced was almost as impressive as the pictures he shot.
He explains: "The deep rumble you can imagine. It is the sound of a heavy mill going round. Then there is a few seconds of quivering silence. Then they smack into each other and sound carries down to the spinal cord.
"The bigger and deeper the bass, the better. It acts as both a deterrent to competitors and to attract cows. The smaller bulls are often left on the fringes or they patrol back and forth in the sea, constantly on guard about the opportunity to present themselves. They patrol and then to test the king's harem reaction. Most often, a terrifying roar is enough for the newcomer make a quick retreat.
"When it comes to a fight, they face each other, trying to bite through the rival's thick leathery skin. But that's easier said than done to penetrate the thick layer of blubber. The match will be a clean power war, where the two banging each other the best they can. The stronger will land a bite, blood flows and the intruder realises it's over and swims into the sea."
With males over 20 feet (6 metres) long and weighing up to 4 tons (8,800 pounds, 4,000 kgs), Southern elephants are the largest of all seals. Males can weigh...
For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/IJYGRRRLG
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Southern Elephant seals, Falkland Islands - 2012
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Kjell-Erik Moseid / Rex Features (1788011i)
Two male elephant seals fight to be alpha male of a harem of up to 100 females (Pic 4)
Awesome Elephant Seals: Fight To Be King of the Harem
When the prize is a harem of females, it is worth throwing your weight around.
These two males Southern elephant seals are pictured locked in a crunching battle for supremacy on the beaches of the Falkland Islands.
The pair went snout to snout in a power struggle over the alpha male role which entitles the winner to a choice of sometimes more than 100 cows on the breeding ground.
The amazing fight was captured by wildlife photographer Kjell-Erik Moseid who says the sound he experienced was almost as impressive as the pictures he shot.
He explains: "The deep rumble you can imagine. It is the sound of a heavy mill going round. Then there is a few seconds of quivering silence. Then they smack into each other and sound carries down to the spinal cord.
"The bigger and deeper the bass, the better. It acts as both a deterrent to competitors and to attract cows. The smaller bulls are often left on the fringes or they patrol back and forth in the sea, constantly on guard about the opportunity to present themselves. They patrol and then to test the king's harem reaction. Most often, a terrifying roar is enough for the newcomer make a quick retreat.
"When it comes to a fight, they face each other, trying to bite through the rival's thick leathery skin. But that's easier said than done to penetrate the thick layer of blubber. The match will be a clean power war, where the two banging each other the best they can. The stronger will land a bite, blood flows and the intruder realises it's over and swims into the sea."
With males over 20 feet (6 metres) long and weighing up to 4 tons (8,800 pounds, 4,000 kgs), Southern elephants are the largest of all seals. Males can weigh...
For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/IJYGRRRLG
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Southern Elephant seals, Falkland Islands - 2012
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Kjell-Erik Moseid / Rex Features (1788011h)
Two male elephant seals fight to be alpha male of a harem of up to 100 females (Pic 1)
Awesome Elephant Seals: Fight To Be King of the Harem
When the prize is a harem of females, it is worth throwing your weight around.
These two males Southern elephant seals are pictured locked in a crunching battle for supremacy on the beaches of the Falkland Islands.
The pair went snout to snout in a power struggle over the alpha male role which entitles the winner to a choice of sometimes more than 100 cows on the breeding ground.
The amazing fight was captured by wildlife photographer Kjell-Erik Moseid who says the sound he experienced was almost as impressive as the pictures he shot.
He explains: "The deep rumble you can imagine. It is the sound of a heavy mill going round. Then there is a few seconds of quivering silence. Then they smack into each other and sound carries down to the spinal cord.
"The bigger and deeper the bass, the better. It acts as both a deterrent to competitors and to attract cows. The smaller bulls are often left on the fringes or they patrol back and forth in the sea, constantly on guard about the opportunity to present themselves. They patrol and then to test the king's harem reaction. Most often, a terrifying roar is enough for the newcomer make a quick retreat.
"When it comes to a fight, they face each other, trying to bite through the rival's thick leathery skin. But that's easier said than done to penetrate the thick layer of blubber. The match will be a clean power war, where the two banging each other the best they can. The stronger will land a bite, blood flows and the intruder realises it's over and swims into the sea."
With males over 20 feet (6 metres) long and weighing up to 4 tons (8,800 pounds, 4,000 kgs), Southern elephants are the largest of all seals. Males can weigh...
For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/IJYGRRRLG
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Southern Elephant seals, Falkland Islands - 2012
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Kjell-Erik Moseid / Rex Features (1788011b)
Elephant seal 'smiles' at camera
Happy To Seal You: Elephant Seal 'Smiles' For Camera
Smile please! A cheery-looking Southern elephant seal looks only too happy to pose for the camera.
This hilarious snap shows the heavyweight beach-dweller showing its teeth for photographer Kjell-Erik Moseid.
The Norwegian captured the side-splitting moment during a visit to the Falkland Islands.
Elephant seals get their name from the large trunk-like proboscis of the adult male. Bulls will use the snout to producing loud roaring noises during the mating season, a time when they do not leave the beach to feed.
Kjell-Erik says: "The deep rumbling sound is hard to imagine. It is so loud that the silence that follows feels deafening. The sound carries down to the spinal cord."
The male - or bull - seal can reach a length of 16 feet (4.9 m) and weigh a foot-crushing three tonnes (3,000 kg).
MUST CREDIT: Kjell Erik Moseid/Rex Features
For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/IWGAXHZOJ (FOTO:DUKAS/REX)
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Mandatory Credit: Photo by Kjell-Erik Moseid / Rex Features (1788011a)
Elephant seal 'smiles' at camera (crop)
Happy To Seal You: Elephant Seal 'Smiles' For Camera
Smile please! A cheery-looking Southern elephant seal looks only too happy to pose for the camera.
This hilarious snap shows the heavyweight beach-dweller showing its teeth for photographer Kjell-Erik Moseid.
The Norwegian captured the side-splitting moment during a visit to the Falkland Islands.
Elephant seals get their name from the large trunk-like proboscis of the adult male. Bulls will use the snout to producing loud roaring noises during the mating season, a time when they do not leave the beach to feed.
Kjell-Erik says: "The deep rumbling sound is hard to imagine. It is so loud that the silence that follows feels deafening. The sound carries down to the spinal cord."
The male - or bull - seal can reach a length of 16 feet (4.9 m) and weigh a foot-crushing three tonnes (3,000 kg).
MUST CREDIT: Kjell Erik Moseid/Rex Features
For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/IWGAXHZOJ (FOTO:DUKAS/REX)
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The Falkland Islands - 05 Apr 2012
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Paul Grover / Rex Features (1710910i)
Stanley, Falkland Islands - Early Settler cottages
The Falkland Islands - 05 Apr 2012
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The Falkland Islands - 05 Apr 2012
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A building at San Carlos in the Falkland Islands
The Falkland Islands - 05 Apr 2012
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The Falkland Islands - 05 Apr 2012
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Paul Grover / Rex Features (1710910g)
Stanley, Falkland Islands - Early Settler cottages
The Falkland Islands - 05 Apr 2012
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The Falkland Islands - 05 Apr 2012
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Stanley, Falkland Islands
The Falkland Islands - 05 Apr 2012
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