Tag: Southern Elephant Seal

Southern Elephant Seal Buffel Draws Crowds During Annual Moult on South African Beaches

Southern Elephant Seal Buffel Draws Crowds During Annual Moult on South African Beaches

Buffel, a Southern Elephant Seal known for his distinctive scar and tag #16577, returns each year to South African beaches for his moult, drawing crowds with his calm demeanor. His unusual presence so far from typical habitats offers a rare chance for locals and scientists to observe and study this IUCN-listed species.