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This is a time lapse video on January 31, 2022 at Cabrillo National Monument. High tide was 7.3ft at 8:00am and low tide was a -2.0 at 3:08pm. High tide is approximately 23 seconds into the video and the low tides occurs approximately at the 3 minute, 10 second time mark.
The video was created with a GoPro Hero8 with a 5 second interval, over a period of 9 hours The speed is 150 times actual time.
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- 3 minutes, 56 seconds
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Diego Johnson – a wildlife biologist who studies raptors (like eagles and falcons) for the American Eagle Research Institute – answers some questions about monitoring and banding our Peregrine Falcons (_Falco peregrinus_).
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- 5 minutes, 30 seconds
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The Rocky Intertidal Zone at Cabrillo National Monument is one of the most extreme ecosystems on earth, where plants and animals are tested every day. From the crashing waves on the shore at high tide to the intense wind and sun when the water recedes, this is an environment characterized by stress. If anything is to survive the daily strain of life along the waterline, preparation is essential. Today, ocean temperatures and pH levels are affected by increasing atmospheric concentrations of carbon dioxide. Find out how the inhabitants of the Rocky Intertidal Zone will pass the high stakes test of changing ocean chemistry.
- Duration:
- 3 minutes, 37 seconds
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Students from several High Tech campuses in San Diego are working hard as citizen scientists in a project aimed at mapping the presence and absence of the invasive Argentine Ant. In collaboration with the University of California-San Diego, the Escondido Creek Conservancy, and Cabrillo National Monument – the San Diego Urban Ant Survey looks to quantify both native and invasive ants across San Diego county.
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- 2 minutes, 44 seconds
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Geological Summary of the Rocky Intertidal at Cabrillo National Monument
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- 2 minutes, 51 seconds
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Overview of Cabrillo National Monument's biodiversity, with special emphasis on its diverse birds.
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- 3 minutes, 51 seconds
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Adaptations that help the plants of Cabrillo National Monument to survive during the hot, dry months.
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- 2 minutes, 50 seconds
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Where does the fresh water at Cabrillo National Monument come from and how do plants utilize it?
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- 1 minute, 21 seconds
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Ocean Acidification: Climate Change in the Rocky Intertidal at Cabrillo National Monument
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- 2 minutes, 34 seconds
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Invasive plant removal and native plant restoration at Cabrillo National Monument.
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- 3 minutes, 13 seconds
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Plastics and their Impact on the Environment
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- 2 minutes, 3 seconds
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Biodiversity loss is a global problem that is happening everywhere. Find out what factors cause biodiversity loss at Cabrillo National Monument.
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- 2 minutes, 7 seconds
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Plants can defend themselves from herbivores and others. Learn how some of the native plants of Cabrillo National Monument protect themselves from injury.
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- 2 minutes, 58 seconds
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Habitat loss is the number one cause of modern extinction. Why is San Diego a biodiversity hotspot, and how does Cabrillo National Monument safeguard native habitat?
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- 3 minutes, 6 seconds
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Agaves are iconic plants across Mexico and the US Southwest, including Cabrillo National Monument. The towering stalks of agaves provide abundant nectar that feeds bats and many other pollinators. Come learn about the special relationship between nectarivorous bats and agaves as well as some surprising bat/agave interactions, and hear about how Bat Conservation International is restoring agaves to protect endangered bats.
- Duration:
- 1 hour, 8 minutes, 38 seconds
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San Diego is a global biodiversity hotspot. Among the many animals that are especially diverse in our region are native bees, which serve as the chief pollinators for most of our plant species. Come learn about how our diverse native bees live their lives (hint: not very much like the familiar honey bee!), the threats they are facing in this increasingly human-dominated world, and what YOU can do to help ecologists and conservation biologists protect the future of these beautiful and critically important me
- Duration:
- 1 hour, 33 minutes, 47 seconds
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In collaboration with supporting artist Audrey Carver and our partners at the Climate Science Alliance, we are excited to unveil a new exploration that fuses the beauty of art and science. "Along the Transect Line" highlights species data from each of the major scientific inventories at Cabrillo- from the rocky intertidal ecosystem to the menagerie of birds that call the park home.
To connect with Audrey Carver, find her on Facebook: Audrey Carver Art or Instagram: @carveraudrey
To connect with the Climate Science Alliance, please visit: www.climatesciencealliance.org
- Duration:
- 1 minute, 37 seconds
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On May 21, 2016, our biologists made a rather unique observation within the Cabrillo snake population. Tune in as we investigate what this means for the park and how you can help.
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- 3 minutes, 44 seconds
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Check out this fun video tutorial on how we make our 3D biomodels!
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- 2 minutes, 24 seconds
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Cabrillo National Monument is proud to partner with students at High Tech High Media Arts to propagate and restore native plants. In accordance with the ongoing mission of the National Park Service and the Centennial Call-to-Action, this project seeks to develop and nurture lifelong connections between young people and their National Park through meaningful educational experiences.
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- 2 minutes, 34 seconds
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In partnership with Southern Indian Health Council (SIHC), a social service agency that serves youth from seven Kumeyaay reservations in San Diego County, Cabrillo National Monument proudly hosted twelve students throughout the summer. Native STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics) is the first Cabrillo program of its kind and comprises a unique blend of western science and indigenous practices. With activities such as storytelling, nature journaling, tidepool monitoring, and ethnobotany, youth ages 6-15 explored their cultural heritage within and beyond the park. Through innovative programs, such as Native STEAM, Cabrillo National Monument is committed to carrying out the mission of the National Park Service into our second century.
- Duration:
- 3 minutes, 7 seconds
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On May 21-22, 2016, Cabrillo National Monument provided a unique opportunity for the San Diego community to get involved in citizen science through the 2016 National Parks Centennial Bioblitz. Utilizing the application, iNaturalist, explorers of all ages made their way to the Monument to discover biodiversity in their National Park. In conjunction with the Bioblitz, Cabrillo hosted a Biodiversity Festival where our community partners conducted hands-on science based activities and introduced local research. Our hope is that through these events we can inspire the next generation of stewards by providing a platform of understanding to our natural world.
Music by: Nos de Chita (www.nosdechita.com)
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- 2 minutes, 4 seconds
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Cabrillo National Monument is a proud partner of the Climate Science Alliance. The Alliance is a collaboration of organizations and agencies focused on sharing ecosystem-based resiliency approaches to safeguard our communities and natural resources from climate change risk. Climate Kids, a program of the Alliance, facilitates student participation in hands-on science, art, and literacy activities regarding climate change. By facilitating these programs, Cabrillo National Monument is committed to supporting climate education and resilience in our community.
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- 1 minute, 3 seconds
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The SEE LIFE Collection is a unique project highlighting the stunning and diverse ecosystems and animals that call the park home. Cabrillo Artist-in-Residence Michael Ready masterfully captures the morphology of his subjects while building an awareness for the biodiversity of the region. These select images include some of the commonly occurring and easily discovered species, and others that are rarely seen due to their small size, ephemeral existence, or natural behavior. Merging the worlds of science and art, SEE LIFE challenges visitors to take a closer look and garner a deeper appreciation for the diverse world that surrounds them.
- Duration:
- 2 minutes, 28 seconds
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Scattered across the landscape here at Cabrillo National Monument, the conspicuous Shaw’s Agave (Agave shawii) portrays a perfect example of the plight of global pollinators and the consequences of their decline to those that rely on them. Low replenishment of new individuals to the Agave population represents the threat of greatest concern, leading Cabrillo biologists to investigate this striking decline and it’s potential causes. This work supports a federal effort to understand and protect these native plant communities and those dependent on them. The National Park Service strives to foster resilient ecosystems, ensuring the well-being of current and future generations.
- Duration:
- 3 minutes, 3 seconds
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Select species of seaweeds generate noxious chemicals to defend themselves against would be predators. One such species, the rockweed (Silvetia compressa), can be found atop rocky outcrops throughout Cabrillo National Monument’s intertidal zone. In partnership with the United States Navy and Cabrillo biologists, Dr. Jeremy Long from San Diego State University investigates the intricate interactions between this brown seaweed and the prevalent black turban snail, Tegula funebralis. Dr. Long’s research will provide a better understanding of these chemically driven interactions and how they influence the larger ecosystem.
- Duration:
- 2 minutes, 31 seconds
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Excursions to the rocky intertidal zone can reveal a vast diversity of marine life. However, in remote sections of Cabrillo's intertidal habitat, park biologists and volunteers have recently discovered a most unusual group of visitors. Aggregating in large numbers, juvenile Leopard Sharks (Triakis semifasciata) scout the shallow seagrass beds for their crustacean and mollusk prey. Though commonly observed in other areas of San Diego County, we are currently working alongside local shark expert, Dr. Andy Nosal of Scripps Institute of Oceanography, to investigate their latest attraction to our waters.
To learn more about Dr. Nosal and his research group, visit: http://cmbc.ucsd.edu/People/Students/nosal/
- Duration:
- 3 minutes, 37 seconds
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In ecosystem management and conservation, a fair number of challenges often arise such as conflicts between species. In collaboration with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and Raptor Biologist, Dr. Joel ‘Jeep’ Pagel, we have been monitoring a probable scuffle whereby local populations of endangered California Least Terns (Sternula antillarum browni) are being preyed upon by our resident Peregrine Falcons (Falco peregrinus). Understanding more about these species and their interactions will allow us to develop solutions in the equal interest of both groups to best remedy these conflicts.
To learn more about Dr. Pagel and his work with Peregrine Falcons, visit: http://globalraptors.org/grin/ResearcherResults.asp?lresID=460
- Duration:
- 4 minutes, 8 seconds
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Welcome explorers and scientist! The National Park Service is proud to collaborate with the iNaturalist team. This app allows citizen scientists to make observations with just the snap of a picture. iNaturalist helps you identify any plant or animal you come across anywhere you go! Start off your observations at your National Park. Get up, get out, and #FindYourPark
- Duration:
- 2 minutes, 27 seconds
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Bienvenidos exploradores y científicos! El Servicio de Parques Nacionales están orgullosos de trabajar con el equipo de iNaturalist. Esta aplicación permite a los ciudadanos científicos para hacer observaciones con solo tomando una foto. iNaturalist le ayuda a identificar cualquier planta o animal que se encuentre en cualquier lugar que vaya! Comience sus observaciones en su Parque Nacional. Levantense, salgan, y #EncuentreTuParque
- Duration:
- 2 minutes, 59 seconds
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