Actually seen in California, via WaPo:
Drakes Beach and its access road from Sir Francis Drake Boulevard are temporarily closed to all vehicle, foot and bicycle traffic due to elephant seal activity in the area.
Apparently chasing them off is a problem, as they’ve entrenched during the shutdown. But …
Source: Wikipedia
For the humans of Drakes Beach, it might not be a total surrender. Dell’Osso said staff members are exploring the possibility of offering guided tours of the Drakes Beach elephant seal colony. A similar program happens at Año Nuevo State Park. Visitors who want to see the seals at that park are encouraged to bring a warm jacket, water and sturdy walking shoes.
Perhaps this is part of the Nature push-back. Human evicted from this beach, come help us occupy it now…. Next up: Manhattan Island!
