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California Giant Kelp rising to the surface st the edge of a large kelp forest off San Clemente Island, the Southernmost islands in California's Channel Island Group. This extreme-resolution image emphasizes the natural beauty and diversity of marine life within a California Giant Kelp Forest.
Giant Kelp (Macrocystis pyrifera), is perhaps the fastest growing plant on Earth. The tall stalks, also called stipes, rising from the ocean floor (with the help of air bladders that look like little balloons), with long, flowing leaves stretching upwards towards the surface, create a home for a variety of species endemic to this vibrant and dynamic environment.
Sunlight filtering through the water adds a dappled, blue-green glow, enhancing the serene and mystical quality of the oceanic setting. The overall effect is a lush and tranquil underwater landscape, teeming with marine life and natural beauty.
Date & Time | September 2012: |
Location | San Clemente Island, Channels Islands, California |
Coordinates | 32.824908, -118.346382 |
Focal Length | 16mm |
Aperture | f/9 |
Shutter | 1/125 |
ISO | 1000 |
Num of Exposures | 87 |
Its resolution is 1,640% greater than a typical photo. Click on the boxes below to zoom in.
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