NZ Fur Seals enjoying some winter sun. They often seem to bask on their backs, with their amazing whiskers pointed upward.

You can see why they're called Fur seals when they're dry like this...

I've added a closeup of my dog's snoot to show the similarity. I can't get him to lie upside to mimic the pose more closely because it makes him sneeze!

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NZ Fur Seals enjoying some winter sun. They often seem to bask on their backs, with their amazing whiskers pointed upward.

You can see why they're called Fur seals when they're dry like this. I seem to have a few photos of Seal Snoots, mostly in this position. I've added a closeup of my dog's snoot to show the similarity

#seal #Aotearoa #NZ #NewZealand #animals #AnimalPhotography #photography #ThisSnootIsNotForBooping #Oamaru