Video. Unexpected beach guest: Elephant seal draws crowds in Rio
- Updated: 07/10/2026 - 20:44 GMT+2 A southern elephant seal surprised Rio’s Copacabana beachgoers, drawing crowds, photos and social media buzz as officials set up barriers to protect it.
- A southern elephant seal took an unexpected rest on Rio de Janeiro's Copacabana beach, drawing curious beachgoers who stopped to watch and take photos.
- A barrier was placed around the animal, with signs asking people to keep their distance as it lounged on the sand.
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- Updated: 07/10/2026 - 20:44 GMT+2 A southern elephant seal surprised Rio’s Copacabana beachgoers, drawing crowds, photos and social media buzz as officials set up barriers to protect it.
- A southern elephant seal took an unexpected rest on Rio de Janeiro's Copacabana beach, drawing curious beachgoers who stopped to watch and take photos.
- A barrier was placed around the animal, with signs asking people to keep their distance as it lounged on the sand.
Sources: Euronews