Join us for our next Sanctuary Advisory Council meeting this Friday, November 15 at the Port of Hueneme! Cant make it in person? Tune in virtually using the links to on this webpage: channelislands.noaa.gov/sac/meeting_an…

Did you know California Gull chicks have distinct spotted or mottled plumage! It’s not just for show. These spots act as natural camouflage, helping the chicks blend into sandy beaches, rocky shores, or grassy nesting areas. This clever disguise keeps them safe from predators.

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Please join us for the first NOAA Channel Islands National Marine Sanctuary Advisory Council meeting of the year! Friday, January 24th from 9 - 1 pm at the Santa Barbara Zoo! For more information visit: channelislands.noaa.gov/sac/meeting_an…

Instead of balloons this year, share your love with our punny Valentines Day cards! They’re shore to reel in a Valentine for you this year—hook, line, and sinker🪝🌊! Link here👇 marinedebris.noaa.gov/multimedia/pho… Marine Debris Photo: marinedebris.noaa.gov/multimedia/pho…

🎉We're now accepting applications for 6 positions on the Advisory Council at NOAA Channel Islands National Marine Sanctuary! 📩Applications are due March 7, 2025! More information: channelislands.noaa.gov/sac/apply.html Photo Credit: Claire Fackler/NOAA

We have an incredibly special #creaturefeature this week, the Scripp’s murrelet a rare seabird that nests on the cliffs in the Channel Islands! To learn about other rare species around the National Marine Sanctuaries and monuments check out this article: sanctuaries.noaa.gov/news/2025/rare…

All the stars were out last night (you know, when they usually are), and our #AquademyAwards participants were showing off their finest! From weird to wonderful, we saw them all on the #Reef carpet: Queen Lareefah Jell Fanning Anthony Drum Spikey Madison #WorldWildlifeDay

Today is World Wildlife Day! Learn how NOAA’s habitat protection and restoration not only supports wildlife, but also the jobs, industries, and economic activity that rely on coastal habitats: bit.ly/4bmt9yJ #WWD2025

📢Applications for Sanctuary Advisory Council are DUE THIS FRIDAY, MARCH 7th! Interested individuals are highly encouraged to apply! For information on how to apply and more information about the positions, please visit our website: channelislands.noaa.gov/sac/apply.html

Join us at the upcoming NOAA Channel Islands National Marine Sanctuary Advisory Council meeting on Friday, March 21 from 9 am - 1 pm at the Guthrie Hall at Ventura College! For more information, and links to join virtually visit: channelislands.noaa.gov/sac/meeting_an…

Have you seen any Orcas in the Santa Barbara Channel this winter? December - March is a great time to spot Orcas in the Sanctuary! 🌊 Learn more about this top predator here: youtube.com/watch?v=06xFDr…

How do Sharks Keep the Ocean Healthy? 🦈🌊 Read about How sharks Keep our Ocean Healthy here: sanctuaries.noaa.gov/news/apr22/how… And check out this video of a Basking Shark in the Channel Islands National Marine Sanctuary: youtube.com/watch?v=FXdkmP…

Join us this Friday for our Sanctuary Advisory Council Meeting in person at the Santa Barbara Zoo or virtually! For meetings details visit: channelislands.noaa.gov/sac/meeting_an… We hope to see you there!

Calling All Ocean Explorers! 🌊🐚 We’re on a mission to protect one of the ocean’s rarest treasures, and we need YOU to help us find Hal, our elusive white abalone friend! 🎉 Join us Saturday, May 31st & Sunday, June 1st 📍 Long Beach Convention Center for the Scuba Show! 🌊✨