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This was taken moments before this crab was quickly devoured by this California Sea Otter (Enhydra lutris). This particular Sea Otter put on quite a show for those on the Sea Otter Photo Tour I put together this past weekend. You never realize how fast a crab can be eaten until you see a Sea Otter in action. Sea Otters eat 20-25% of their body weight in food per day due to an incredibly fast metabolism. By comparison

This weekend was beautiful here in Northern California and conditions were perfect for this past Sundays California Sea Otter Photo Tour. California Sea Otters were out in force dining, playing, relaxing and well just looking cute. I’ll be sharing photos from those that joined me later in the week, so stay tuned. View More California Sea Otter photos… [tags]sea otter,  enhydra lutris,  photography,  st

Now that I’ve got your attention… For those sitting on the fence contemplating joining in on my Sea Otter Photo Tour this September 7th and 14th there’s no time like the present to register. Sea Otters are incredibly good photography subjects and are entertaining to boot. Opportunities to photograph their playful antics and unique feeding behavior doesn’t get better than this. Spaces are filli

Photographed below is an Eared Grebe (Podiceps nigricollis) at Moss Landing. Birding isn’t my primary focus when it comes to photography, but the red eye of an Eared Grebe is a tough subject to pass up. The red eye of this bird is truly an eye catcher. Sorry I couldn’t resist the pun. Have a great weekend everyone. If you’re interested in capturing photos like this consider joining me on my Sea Otte

Looking forward… I cannot wait until early September. The prospect of photographing Sea Otters again is keeping me going these days. The act of photographing a landscape or nature subject has always been a meditative experience for me. Add to the mix a cute furry critter like Sea Otters and you have a magical combination that adds up to a relaxing and fun time. Only 62 more days to go… Join me on my Sea O

Before the end of the short work week I wanted to wish everyone in the U.S. a fun and safe 4th of July weekend. For those that are lucky enough to get out this weekend make the most of your time and be sure to stop and enjoy the show nature puts on daily. Have a great weekend! [tags]seascape, photography, photo, stock photo, surf[/tags]

California Sea Otters certainly have an air of relaxation about them.  As relaxed as they seem they’re actually quite active eating 20% of their body weight in food per day. Their constant pursuit of food is a reflection of their fast metabolism that helps them survive in the frigid northern California water. Their diet includes mostly invertebrates such as sea urchins, mussels, abalone, clams, scallops, crabs

This fall I will be leading (2) two California Sea Otter photography tours near Monterey, California and you’re invited! From the comfort of a pontoon boat those in attendance will have the ability to photograph the natural behaviors of California Sea Otters and potentially other species including Harbor Seals, California Sea Lions, Cormorants, Pelicans, Grebes, Surf Scoters and many other shore birds. Each tou