California's Amazing Coastal Preserves

in photography •  7 years ago 

Clifornia’s western border is edged by oceans, bays, and other tidal waterways filled with life. While you are not likely to run into Nemo (unless you're lost like Dory), you will find popsicle-orange garibaldi (California's state fish) swimming in kelp beds offshore, plus whales, sea lions, anemones, and a skyful of seabirds. A great way to experience these remarkable habitats is to visit one of the state’s 120-plus protected sanctuaries or preserves, not just to see wildlife, but to kayak, swim, snorkel, and also SCUBA dive too.

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VAN DAMME STATE MARINE CONSERVATION AREAVC_MarineSanctuaries_Module2_VanDamme_Stock_RF_A9BXC1_1280x640.jpg

SALT POINT STATE MARINE CONSERVATION AREAVC_MarineSanctuaries_Module3_SaltPoint_Stock_RF_85467680_1280x640.jpg

FARALLON ISLANDS
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FITZGERALD MARINE RESERVE
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POINT LOBOS STATE NATURAL RESERVE
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CRYSTAL COVE STATE MARINE CONSERVATION AREA
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SAN DIEGO-SCRIPPS COASTAL PRESERVES
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Really great pictures.

Thanks navdeep

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