Harbour seal Phoca vitulina nuzzling her pup. Mothers of most seal species nuzzle their pups, possibly to establish the pup's identity (by smell or touch), to reassure the pup, or to reinforce the maternal bond.
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Harbour seal Phoca vitulina nuzzling her pup. Mothers of most seal species nuzzle their pups, possibly to establish the pup's identity (by smell or touch), to reassure the pup, or to reinforce the maternal bond. |