Adios North Beach Trail

 

Tijuana River

We took our last walk along the North Beach Trail.  There seemed to be more sea birds today.  I saw white pelicans for the first time, and watched them catching fish. It's breeding season and the males have nuptial tubercles (orange fin-like growths atop the bill).  These fall off after breeding season, which leads to speculation they are used to attract females.  I also discovered that near the Coronado Islands (pictured on the horizon) is a living reef memorial.  Here cremated remains are used to enhance and build reefs.

Because of the low lying clouds we had a gorgeous sunset.  I couldn't stop taking pictures.  

Sketch of the Day: White Breeding Male Pelican