California Golden gorgonian in kelp forest, Muricea californica

California Golden gorgonian in kelp forest. San Clemente Island, USA, Muricea californica, Macrocystis pyrifera, natural history stock photograph, photo id 03486Add To Light Table
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California Golden gorgonian in kelp forest. San Clemente Island, USA. Image #01280
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California Golden gorgonian in kelp forest. San Clemente Island, USA

Stock Photo: 03486
Species: California golden gorgonian, Muricea californica, Macrocystis pyrifera
Location: San Clemente Island, California, USA
Format: Film 3:2
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