2 caught on video throwing rocks at resting elephant seal in Point Reyes

We’re feeling grateful for Point Reyes’ otter families this World Otter Day! This rambunctious crew is celebrating at the Giacomini Wetlands. 🦦 The River Otter Ecology Project places camera traps at the Giacomini Wetlands and throughout Marin and Contra Costa counties, part of a long-term monitoring initiative to learn about otter behavior, population dynamics, and interactions with other wildlife. This information provides valuable insight into the health of a watershed, and helps inform impor

Have you ever seen a mountain lion? This footage of a mountain lion was recently captured on a trail camera set up on property adjacent to state and federal park lands in Inverness, providing a glimpse of one of the incredible creatures that inhabits Point Reyes National Seashore. While there are a handful of mountain lions that roam Point Reyes and surrounding lands, to see one is an uncommon and exhilarating experience. Trail cameras are an important tool to allow biologists, conservationists,

Hi all, editing away at my latest wildlife vlog from Point Reyes National seashore! Trying to get it done before heading to a Yellowstone. For now here’s a sneak peak at the cold open! #wildlifephotography #bobcat #pointreyesnationalseashore | Wildlifebyhayden

It's #WildlifeWednesday! This week's highlight features an oddball cousin to crabs and lobsters. The pelagic gooseneck barnacle is an alien-looking creature that lives attached to driftwood, ships, or flotsam, and is seen when those objects wash onshore. They use their tentacle-like mouths (called cirri) to filter feed on plankton and other microorganisms! They will often orient themselves to face the water current to ensure they capture any food coming their way. Have you seen these washed up o

Your guide (not just to avoid getting run over)! ⬇️ Did you know Point Reyes is the only National Seashore on the West Coast? A haven for wildlife and adventures, here’s your guide to hike & visit here 🥾 Trail: Tomales Point Trailhead 🅿️: Free near trailhead 🏔️ Elevation: 1300 ft 📏 Distance: 9.5 miles total out and back 👦 friendly: If they can do the mileage yes, but it is a 4-5 hr hike ♿️: No 🫎 : Tule elk are the highlight along with coastal views. Rutting (mating) season starts in August