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Celebrating Marine Life

I love penguins and it is a joy to watch them at the New England aquarium – they are at the base of the giant ocean tank that is such a signature feature at the aquarium. This a truly magnificent … Continue reading

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Stunning Purple and Orange Seastars

At low tide on the Coronado Islands, Mexico (about 14 miles from San Diego, USA). Continue reading

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Walking on the Beach by Scripps Reserve

I find that a walk on the beach after working at the Birch Aquarium all day recharges me and brings me closer to our mission – caring for our ocean. I was surprised to see a pair of Mallard on the shore – not something I see very often Lots of tin… Continue reading

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Snapshot of the beautiful Spanish shawl, Flabellina iodinea,at the Birch Aquarium today

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Tidepooling on La Jolla Shores – Sea Anemones

I went for a short walk on the beach below the Birch Aquarium last night. There was a lot of kelp washed up on the beach and small, orange anemones were fastened onto some of the fronds. Also there were several similar anemones on the rocks. I was… Continue reading

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