Anytime Rusty Hunter dips into the ocean off Laguna Beach for a free dive, he’s hopeful his new playful friend will show up to frolic around in the underwater world. It’s not unusual for marine ...

Located just north of Big Sur, Point Lobos State Natural Area is known as the “crown jewel of the California state park ...

This short California coastal hike leads through a historic tunnel to a secluded cove where kelp forests, turquoise water, ...

In a state blessed with natural wonders, Oswald West State Park stands as a testament to Oregon’s commitment to preserving wild places for future generations. It’s where forest meets sea, where ...

Brick buildings from the 1850s line the main street, housing quirky shops and tasting rooms. The town sits in the heart of ...

Baby animals sometimes act just like humans, and it’s the cutest thing ever. Take harbor seal pups, for example. These adorable little animals self-soothe just like human babies do — except, since ...

A juvenile male harbor seal found badly injured along the shoreline in Bradley Beach is receiving medical care at the Marine Mammal Stranding Center after being rescued on Tuesday. Stranding center ...

Common seal known also as Harbour seal, Hair seal or Spotted seal (Phoca vitulina) pup lying on the beach. Helgoland, Germany© Iwona Fijol/Shutterstock.com Baby animals sometimes act just like humans, ...

It was a special end to January in La Jolla, as beach goers welcomed the first harbor seal pup of 2026. “We had no idea that it was pupping season! I didn't know that was a thing,” San Diego visitor ...

The beaches in La Jolla, California are yearly given over to marine wildlife, harbor seals who come ashore to this protective ...