Tag: What’s In the Tidepools

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

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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A bright red crab is partially submerged in shallow water, surrounded by various types of seaweed and marine plants. The crab's claws and legs are clearly visible, and its body is a vivid red color, contrasting with the sandy and rocky seabed. The water is clear, allowing a good view of the crab and its surroundings.
What is in the Tidepools

What’s in the Tidepools? – February 2025

(Bat Star – NPS Photo/P. Geisler) 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? – February 2025

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The image shows a scenic coastal landscape during sunset. The foreground features rugged, reddish-brown cliffs with some vegetation. Below the cliffs, there is a rocky shoreline with scattered boulders and small pools of water. The ocean stretches out to the horizon, with gentle waves rolling in. The sky is a gradient of colors, transitioning from a soft orange near the horizon to a pale blue higher up, indicating the sun is setting. The overall atmosphere is calm and serene, with warm tones from the setting sun illuminating the scene.
What is in the Tidepools

What’s in the Tidepools? – January 2025

(Anemone – NPS Photo/M. Rose) Here is a sampling of what our volunteers observed during this busy month — thank you to everyone who contributed. Along with the king tides, we also had Whale Watch Weekend. We have lots of Bat Stars, we have lots of Sea Hares, we have anemones, we have crabs, we have keyhole limpets, we have a major bluff collapse, we … Continue reading What’s in the Tidepools? – January 2025

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