The Sea of Cortez
Gently meandering through the red mangroves via zodiac causes one’s mind to suddenly clear of daily routines, as prop roots are seen holding their respective shoots towards the life giving sun. It’s the eve of a New Year and, like true nomads, we are discovering new wonders through the act of wandering not only with our ship, but with our minds and imaginations as well. For we do not know what will cross our path, but so far, common dolphins and false killer whales have joined us on our journey in route to Isla San Francisco.
This is to be the site of our New Year’s bonfire celebration at midnight. As guests enjoyed hikes, leisurely walks or solitude on the beach just before dusk, I slipped beneath the gentle and placid waters that envelop the island. It is at this time that one can witness the changing from diurnal to nocturnal species. Since the day was spent enjoying large mammal encounters, I took some time out on this New Years Eve to reflect on the beautiful small things in life such as this lizard Triplefin (Crocodilichthys gracilis). Ranging throughout the entire Gulf and reaching a maximum length of two inches, it still comprises an important niche in the marine ecosystem. Its distinguishing characteristics are three dorsal fins, a red and white stripe along the midline, and a black mark on the caudal peduncle.
After surfacing and enjoying fine cuisine, all enjoyed the splendor of a bonfire and rejoiced with traditional nomad companionship.
Gently meandering through the red mangroves via zodiac causes one’s mind to suddenly clear of daily routines, as prop roots are seen holding their respective shoots towards the life giving sun. It’s the eve of a New Year and, like true nomads, we are discovering new wonders through the act of wandering not only with our ship, but with our minds and imaginations as well. For we do not know what will cross our path, but so far, common dolphins and false killer whales have joined us on our journey in route to Isla San Francisco.
This is to be the site of our New Year’s bonfire celebration at midnight. As guests enjoyed hikes, leisurely walks or solitude on the beach just before dusk, I slipped beneath the gentle and placid waters that envelop the island. It is at this time that one can witness the changing from diurnal to nocturnal species. Since the day was spent enjoying large mammal encounters, I took some time out on this New Years Eve to reflect on the beautiful small things in life such as this lizard Triplefin (Crocodilichthys gracilis). Ranging throughout the entire Gulf and reaching a maximum length of two inches, it still comprises an important niche in the marine ecosystem. Its distinguishing characteristics are three dorsal fins, a red and white stripe along the midline, and a black mark on the caudal peduncle.
After surfacing and enjoying fine cuisine, all enjoyed the splendor of a bonfire and rejoiced with traditional nomad companionship.
