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A black skimmer feeds along the saline pond.

Photo: ©Blake Matheson

Coast Garter Snake Thumbnail

A coast garter snake slithers across the dunes.

Photo: Aric Crabb

California Poppies Thumbnail

Spring brings spectacular wildflower blooms in the dunes, visible from the Beach Trail.

Photo: Jenny Erbes

California Tortoiseshell Thumbnail

Flower blooms attract pollinators to the refuge, including this California tortoiseshell.

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A sunny day on the beach

Photo: Larry Wade

Sand Dollar Thumbnail

Beach combing can yield some interesting and beautiful treasures for all to enjoy.

Photo: Aric Crabb

Castilleja latifolia Thumbnail

Scarlet blooms of a seaside paintbbrush stand out in the dunes.

Photo: Tim Kask

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A coyote races across the grasslands.

Photo: Aric Crabb

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Page Photo Credits — Snowy Plover on Nest/Aric Crabb

Last Updated: Jan 08, 2013

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Cryptic Snowy Plover Chicks

Western Snowy Plover

The precocious chicks use camouflage to protect themselves from predators.

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