Patterns in the Tide Pools

Wandering around the tide pools at low tide, you can see many cool creatures and the tracks they leave behind. The receding water also leaves interesting patterns in the sand. Right now the sandbar north of Osprey Walk extends well out into the ocean. Check the tide table and head out the next time you’re on the island.

Below are some pictures I took on a recent expedition with Ted and Judy.

Key Hole Urchin -- related to the Florida Sand Dollar
Living Key Hole Urchin Pattern in the sand -- related to the Florida Sand Dollar
A creature exhals, leaving a tiny tower of sand in the tide pool
A creature exhals, leaving a tiny tower of sand in the tide pool
I'm not sure who leaves this pattern behind; do you know?
I'm not sure who leaves this pattern behind; do you know?
The water has gone out
The water has gone out

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