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Mid-morning calm in the Giant Kelp Forest at San Clemente Island, the Southernmost island 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 one of the fastest growing plants on the planet. Growing up to a foot a day, the kelp plants anchor themselves to rocks on the ocean bottom and grow straight up to the surface, 50-100 feet tall. As it grows even taller, the tops of the plants can float on the surface and spread out, adding many more feet in total length.
The kelp plants are typically grouped together in a large underwater forest, creating 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 | October 2012: |
Location | San Clemente Island, Channels Islands, California |
Coordinates | 32.819302, -118.343634 |
Focal Length | 20mm |
Aperture | f/16 |
Shutter | 1/100 |
ISO | 400 |
Num of Exposures | 2642 |
Its resolution is 4,840% greater than a typical photo. Click on the boxes below to zoom in.
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