In the barren coastal landscape of Namibia lies Cape Cross - a place of extremes, where the cold Benguela Current meets the hot desert sand. And it is precisely here, at one of the world's largest gathering places for seals, that this impressive portrait of a South African fur seal (Arctocephalus pusillus) was taken.
The photograph shows the seal in a calm close-up, almost as if it were confiding directly in the viewer. Its gaze appears curious, alert - and perhaps also a little tired. The finely textured fur is full of detail and the perspective has been chosen in such a way as to create closeness but never appear intrusive.
Up to 250,000 animals live in Cape Cross at times - it is loud, wild and chaotic. This makes the moment of tranquillity that the photographer has captured here all the more remarkable.
A picture that combines a love of animals, a closeness to nature and photographic sensitivity. Ideal for rooms that radiate quiet strength - and for people who see more than just an animal at a glance.
I have brought back many photo impressions from my travels. So that you can also enjoy the impressive pictures, I offer selected photos here that can be printed on canvas, as posters, on acrylic glass and even more media. For more travel inspiration, visit my website.. Read more…
Netherlands
Netherlands
Netherlands
Netherlands
Netherlands
Netherlands
Netherlands
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Netherlands
Germany
Netherlands
Netherlands