This post is written by Conservation and Environmental Stewardship Apprentice Izzy Song, thirteen years old. In the Rocky Intertidal at Cabrillo, lies a mysterious creature hidden underneath the algae. It grasps upon the rocks, mimicking the fluidity of the ocean— the twists and turns of its arms swinging into the gaps between the rocks. It looks toward the sun, showing its two, blue spots on … Continue reading The Unique Octo-gem, the California Two-spot Octopus

This post is written by 16 year old Conservation and Environmental Stewardship Apprentice Vivian Kowieski Say’s Phoebes are just one of the hundreds of migratory birds that visit San Diego each year. These little birds demonstrate great adaptability that is increasingly necessary for species to survive in the modern world. Here’s a look into what makes them so resilient. Say’s Phoebes (Sayornis saya) are described … Continue reading Adaptability in Say’s Phoebes