People have been urged to "keep well away" from a seal resting on a beach.

The male seal has been spotted on Birling Gap beach by the base of the cliffs over the last few weeks.

The National Trust said he is taking "well-deserved breaks" and that people should allow him to rest.

Dog owners have also been reminded to keep their pets on a lead around the seal.

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A spokesman for the trust said: "In the last couple of weeks this little fella has been taking well-deserved breaks on the beach by the base of the cliffs.

"If you do see him, please keep well away and allow him to rest, and keep your dog on a lead.

"After a yawn and a snooze he's happily up and on his way."

According to The Wildlife Trusts, seals spend most of their time out at sea feeding on fish.

They return to land to rest and can often be seen lying on British beaches.