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Sea Lions in Sea of Cortez

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21
Nov

Climate Change and the Sea of Cortés: How Global Warming Impacts Marine and Coastal Ecosystems

The Sea of Cortés, often referred to as the Gulf of California, is a dazzling jewel of biodiversity. Stretching between the Baja California Peninsula and mainland Mexico, it’s a place where marine life thrives, from colorful reefs and mangroves to majestic whale sharks and sea lions. However, like other marine ecosystems across the globe, the...
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A whale, one of the Sea of Cortez megafauna, partially emerges from the ocean with its tail fin raised and splashing water, near a coastal city and mountains in the background.
24
Sep

The Wonders of the Sea of Cortez: The “Galapagos of the North”

When people think of unparalleled biodiversity and awe-inspiring marine life, the Galápagos Islands often come to mind and the wonders of the Sea of Cortez. However, you don’t need to travel all the way to the remote islands off the coast of Ecuador to experience something equally magical. The Sea of Cortez, also known as...
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06
Sep

Whale Sharks and Sea Lions: A Tale of Two Incredible Marine Species

The Sea of Cortez, sometimes called the Gulf of California, is one of the most biologically rich marine environments in the world. It’s a vibrant, thriving ecosystem home to a variety of marine species, but two animals, in particular, capture the imaginations of tourists and locals alike: the awe-inspiring whale sharks and playful sea lions....
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