Category: What is in the Tidepools

Monthly summary of observations in the tidepools

A close-up of a keyhole limpet showing its textured shell, dark tentacles, and bright orange foot against a sandy background.
What is in the Tidepools

What’s in the Tidepools? – January 2026

(Red Rock Shrimp – NPS Photo/M. Rose) Here is a sampling of what our volunteers observed during the month — thank you to everyone who contributed. The nudibranchs are out in force. Remember to send in your photos; we truly appreciate sharing them with everyone. We are in King Tides season so capture those photos and enjoy. Don’t forget to visit the Tidepool Videos page and our … Continue reading What’s in the Tidepools? – January 2026

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What’s in the Tidepools? – December 2025

(Kelp Crab – NPS Photo/M. Rose) Here is a sampling of what our volunteers observed during the month — thank you to everyone who contributed. The nudibranchs are out in force. Remember to send in your photos; we truly appreciate sharing them with everyone. We are in King Tides season so capture those photos and enjoy. Don’t forget to visit the Tidepool Videos page and our YouTube … Continue reading What’s in the Tidepools? – December 2025

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a translucent elongated blue body with orange spikes on it's back. White tips are at the end of each spike.
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What’s in the Tidepools? – November 2025

(Kelp Crab – NPS Photo/D. Orr) Here is a sampling of what our volunteers observed during November — thank you to everyone who contributed. The nudibranchs are out in force. Remember to send in your photos; we truly appreciate sharing them with everyone. We are entering King Tides season so capture those photos and enjoy. Don’t forget to visit the Tidepool Videos page and our YouTube page. … Continue reading What’s in the Tidepools? – November 2025

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Three people exploring a rocky shoreline at low tide. The person on the left is an older man wearing a white cap, glasses, a blue shirt, and a navy vest. He is smiling and waving with his right hand while holding a white plastic bag in his left hand. He also has a blue pouch or bag slung across his body. The middle person is wearing a dark hoodie and a green cap, looking down at the ground as they walk. The person on the right is wearing a light gray hoodie, tan cap, and brown boots, holding what looks like black gloves or seaweed in their right hand. The ground is covered in wet rocks, patches of green seaweed, and shallow pools of water, with larger rocks and the ocean in the background. The overall scene appears overcast and cool.
What is in the Tidepools

What’s in the Tidepools? – Summer 2025 Edition

(Black Sea Hare – NPS Photo/R. Streeper) This is a summer edition of What’s In the Tidepools. On June 28, TPERP volunteers and staff attended our annual tidepool cleanup. We were able to remove 490 pounds of trash from the tidepools. Along with removing the trash, the highlight of the early morning was discovering a two-spot octopus in a shallow tidepool. Along with the photos … Continue reading What’s in the Tidepools? – Summer 2025 Edition

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A vibrant sea creature, likely a nudibranch, is nestled among underwater plants and sand. It has bright orange, feathery appendages and a striking blue head, creating a vivid contrast against the muted browns and greens of the surrounding seaweed and seafloor. The creature's delicate structure and vivid colors make it stand out in its natural habitat.
What is in the Tidepools

What’s in the Tidepools? – April 2025

(Retiring Hairy Crab – NPS Photo/R. Streeper) Here is a sampling of what our volunteers observed during this last month of the tidepool season — thank you to everyone who contributed. The Black Sea Hares and their eggs did not disappoint visitors. Remember to send in your photos; we truly appreciate sharing them with everyone. Don’t forget to visit the Tidepool Videos page and our YouTube page. … Continue reading What’s in the Tidepools? – April 2025

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A small, colorful sea creature, likely a type of nudibranch, is clinging to a green aquatic plant. The creature has a translucent body with numerous bright orange-tipped appendages, giving it a spiky appearance. The background is a blurred mix of green and brown, suggesting an underwater environment with various plants and possibly coral.
What is in the Tidepools

What’s in the Tidepools? – March 2025

(Kellet’s Whelk – NPS Photo/S. Kristiansen) Here is a sampling of what our volunteers observed during this busy month — thank you to everyone who contributed. Remember to send in your photos; we truly appreciate sharing them with everyone. Don’t forget to visit the Tidepool Videos page and our YouTube page. Enjoy the virtual visit through the tidepools. Continue reading What’s in the Tidepools? – March 2025

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