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Cutest baby seal enjoying the snowy banks of Lake Baikal

Warning: some readers may find the following images unbearably cute.
By Ksenia Isaeva, RBTH
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Alexey Trofimov

Hi, I’m a seal pup! I live at Lake Baikal in Siberia. I wish all RBTH readers a happy, cheerful and joyful New Year!
Baby seal

Alexey Trofimov

Today in Russia is a time for sleeping and recovering after the fun-filled festivities.
Baby seal

Alexey Trofimov

As for me, I’m a seal pup and live at Lake Baikal, the largest freshwater reservoir in the world. The lake covers an area about the size of Belgium.
Baby seal

Alexey Trofimov

It's cold and snowy here, but that's what I like.
Baby seal

Alexey Trofimov

I'm cute and easily frightened, so, dear photographer, it’s a rare treat to take a snapshot of me.
Baby seal

Alexey Trofimov

I’ll stay here lying in the snow while you watch a video on how to cook honey cake for New Year. Let 2016 be as sweet and carefree as me!
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January 1, 2016
Tags: animals, baikal, nature_multimedia

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