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SURF ZONE
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Feel the power of the sea and be amazed with the water´s immense strength. Life also blooms under the waves!
Sea Cockroach
Sea Cockroach
Bumphead Damselfish
Bumphead Damselfish
Giant Damselfish
Giant Damselfish
California Mussel
California Mussel
Rock Oyster
Rock Oyster
White Sea Urchin
White Sea Urchin
What is the surf zone?
It´s the zone where breaking waves occur on the coast, where the waves´ energy shapes its shores.
Which animals live in the surf zone?
A great variety of marine fauna is found in this zone, such as sea snails, clams, barnacles, goose neck barnacles, chitons, sea urchins and starfish.
What is the environmental importance of the surf zone?
It is home to a wide range of marine species, and a shelter zone for the larvae of some species of fish and crustaceans.
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