Uploaded September 2021 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

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Seabright State Beach, near Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary, has supported snowy plovers and burrowing owls over the years. The introduction of an invasive ice plant caused a loss of nesting habitat and increased beach use caused their populations to decline.

Learn how local Ocean Guardian School Program students have worked to restore their beach and bring back native species in our #EarthIsBlue video!

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