A bed of surfgrass (Phyllospadix torreyi) provides shelter for a vast array of life, including these young reef surfperch (Micrometrus aurora) hiding in the safety of its protective leaves. 2018. Monterey, CA, USA
Beams of light pierce the algal canopy and fall into the emerald water below, illuminating anything caught in their dappled dance. 2019. Carmel, CA, USA