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California Pacific Ocean Collection

"Captivating Moments in the California Pacific Ocean: A Glimpse into Monterey Bay's National Marine Sanctuary" As the sun sets over the vast expanse of the Pacific Ocean

Background imageCalifornia Pacific Ocean Collection: Least sandpiper (Calidris minutilla) flying across the surf at sunset

Least sandpiper (Calidris minutilla) flying across the surf at sunset. National marine sanctuary, Monterey bay
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Background imageCalifornia Pacific Ocean Collection: Western gull (Larus occidentalis) flying. National marine sanctuary, Monterey bay

Western gull (Larus occidentalis) flying. National marine sanctuary, Monterey bay, California Pacific ocean, USA
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Background imageCalifornia Pacific Ocean Collection: Pacific white sided dolphin (Lagenorhynchus obliquidens) porpoising or speed swimming

Pacific white sided dolphin (Lagenorhynchus obliquidens) porpoising or speed swimming
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Background imageCalifornia Pacific Ocean Collection: harbor or common seal (phoca vitulina). kyakers stopping to take a look at some seals on the beach

harbor or common seal (phoca vitulina). kyakers stopping to take a look at some seals on the beach
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Background imageCalifornia Pacific Ocean Collection: Great egret (Ardea alba) standing on kelp. National marine sanctuary, Monterey bay

Great egret (Ardea alba) standing on kelp. National marine sanctuary, Monterey bay, California Pacific ocean, USA
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Background imageCalifornia Pacific Ocean Collection: Western gull (Larus occidentalis) flying. National marine sanctuary, Monterey bay

Western gull (Larus occidentalis) flying. National marine sanctuary, Monterey bay, California Pacific ocean, USA
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Background imageCalifornia Pacific Ocean Collection: Brown pelican (Pelecanus occidentalis) flying. National marine sanctuary, Monterey bay

Brown pelican (Pelecanus occidentalis) flying. National marine sanctuary, Monterey bay, California Pacific ocean, USA
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Background imageCalifornia Pacific Ocean Collection: Purple sea star on rocks. National marine sanctuary, Monterey bay, California Pacific ocean, USA

Purple sea star on rocks. National marine sanctuary, Monterey bay, California Pacific ocean, USA
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Background imageCalifornia Pacific Ocean Collection: Crab on rocks. National marine sanctuary, Monterey bay, California Pacific ocean, USA

Crab on rocks. National marine sanctuary, Monterey bay, California Pacific ocean, USA
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Background imageCalifornia Pacific Ocean Collection: California sea lion (Zalophus californianus) net is cutting into the animals neck

California sea lion (Zalophus californianus) net is cutting into the animals neck
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Background imageCalifornia Pacific Ocean Collection: Northern elephant seal (Mirounga angustirostris) Alpha male bull mounting a female for mating

Northern elephant seal (Mirounga angustirostris) Alpha male bull mounting a female for mating, sunset
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Background imageCalifornia Pacific Ocean Collection: Harbor seal (Phoca vitulina) raft floating in the water dark medium and light morph

Harbor seal (Phoca vitulina) raft floating in the water dark medium and light morph
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Background imageCalifornia Pacific Ocean Collection: Bairds Beaked Whale (Berardius Bairdii) tail slap or fluke slap

Bairds Beaked Whale (Berardius Bairdii) tail slap or fluke slap. National marine sanctuary, Monterey bay
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Background imageCalifornia Pacific Ocean Collection: Dalls porpoise (Phocoenoides Dalli) swimming just below the surface, National marine sanctuary

Dalls porpoise (Phocoenoides Dalli) swimming just below the surface, National marine sanctuary, Monterey bay
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Background imageCalifornia Pacific Ocean Collection: Female transient killer whale (orcinus orca) tail slap, tail lob, fluke National marine sanctuary

Female transient killer whale (orcinus orca) tail slap, tail lob, fluke National marine sanctuary, Monterey bay
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Background imageCalifornia Pacific Ocean Collection: Male Transient Killer whale (Orcinus Orca) tail slap or fluke slap

Male Transient Killer whale (Orcinus Orca) tail slap or fluke slap. National marine sanctuary, Monterey bay
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Background imageCalifornia Pacific Ocean Collection: Rissos dolphin (Grampus griseus) surfacing. National marine sanctuary, Monterey bay

Rissos dolphin (Grampus griseus) surfacing. National marine sanctuary, Monterey bay, California Pacific ocean
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"Captivating Moments in the California Pacific Ocean: A Glimpse into Monterey Bay's National Marine Sanctuary" As the sun sets over the vast expanse of the Pacific Ocean, a graceful Least Sandpiper takes flight, its wings gliding across the crashing surf. This serene scene unfolds within Monterey Bay's National Marine Sanctuary, a haven for marine life along California's stunning coastline. Amidst this sanctuary, a Western Gull soars through the sky with effortless elegance. Its wings outstretched against a backdrop of endless blue, reminding us of nature's boundless beauty. At sunset, a Brown Pelican perches before an awe-inspiring canvas painted by the heavens themselves. The vibrant hues merge with its silhouette as it basks in tranquility. In these waters teeming with life, Pacific White-Sided Dolphins showcase their agility and speed as they porpoise through the waves. Their playful display captivates onlookers within this protected sanctuary. A pod of these magnificent creatures emerges from beneath the surface, their synchronized movements leaving spectators in awe. These dolphins epitomize freedom and grace as they navigate Monterey Bay's pristine waters. Meanwhile, harbor seals rest upon sandy shores while kayakers pause to admire them. Moss Landing Harbor becomes an enchanting meeting point between humans and wildlife within this marine sanctuary. The grandeur continues when Humpback Whales make their presence known. Curiosity drives them to inspect whale-watching boats up close—a testament to their gentle nature and fascination with human activity at sea. With tails fluking above water or spy-hopping alongside eager passengers aboard whale watch boats—these majestic giants create unforgettable memories etched forever in our hearts. Even amidst towering kelp forests stands a Great Egret—an elegant sentinel overlooking this thriving ecosystem that calls Monterey Bay home. Its poised stance symbolizes harmony between land and sea within this remarkable stretch of California's Pacific coast.