Is Año Nuevo Elephant Seal Pupping happening right now?
As of today, out of season, returns ~December. Earth Exhibit tracks the live conditions and flags it the moment it is on.
Each winter northern elephant seals (Mirounga angustirostris) haul out at Año Nuevo to give birth, nurse pups, and mate.
The colony hosts concentrated pupping from late December through February, with guided walks and boat trips offering responsible viewing at regulated distances.
Where to see it
A taste of where to see it. The full map, exact coordinates and the best timing for each spot live in the app.
| Viewing spots |
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| Año Nuevo State Reserve - Docent Guided Walks (Main Entrance) |
| Año Nuevo Island - Offshore Viewing (Boat Charter / Wildlife Cruise) |
| + 1 more spot, with exact coordinates and timing, in the app → |
This is the short version
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