Southern fur seal looks into the light in a moment of indecision as to whether or not to pursue me. As the breeding season progresses for the southern fur seal, they become as aggressive with photographers as a barking dog chasing a bike. Tripods became self-defense tools, an ironic moment considering the near-extinction of this wonderful seal.

Contemplating an itch: a southern fur seal scratches its chin with rear flipper. Their abnormally long fabrissa (whiskers) allow for many sensory additions, and are highly sensitive to touch by the end of a tripod in the event of warding off any territorial attack.