Wildlife Jewels Ocean Wonders & World Oceans Day!
The 2025 theme for UN World Oceans Day is "Wonder: Sustaining What Sustains Us" — a powerful reminder of the ocean’s breathtaking beauty and its essential role in sustaining life on Earth. From the magic of Antarctic Krill, tiny yet fascinating crustaceans that sustain Antarctica’s extraordinary wildlife…
Photos & Artwork by Azi S./ © Wildlife Jewels
🌊 Happy World Oceans Day! 🌊
The 2025 theme for UN World Oceans Day is "Wonder: Sustaining What Sustains Us" — a powerful reminder of the ocean’s breathtaking beauty and its essential role in sustaining life on Earth.
From the magic of Antarctic Krill, tiny yet fascinating crustaceans that sustain Antarctica’s extraordinary wildlife…
To the critically endangered African Penguin, whose survival depends on the health of our seas…
To the majestic California Brown Pelican, once nearly extinct and now soaring again thanks to ocean protections…
To the adorable harbor seals and playful sea lions, who remind us of the wild joy that thrives along our shores…
To the vibrant Garibaldi fish, flashing orange like living coral flames through the kelp forests…
To the inspiring Horn Shark, a small, gentle bottom-dweller with an ancient lineage…
To the elusive Sea Anemone, who shelters marine life in delicate, symbiotic dances…
To the stylish Bat Star, gleaming in brilliant hues while serving as a coastal clean-up crew…
And to so many more — from the tiniest invertebrates to the largest marine mammals — each species holds its own wonder!
✨ At Wildlife Jewels®, we believe that every single wildlife— no matter its species — is profoundly unique and inspiring. Each has something to teach us, and each one deserves care and protection.
🌍 Let’s protect what sustains us. Let’s celebrate, learn from, and stand up for our oceans.
💙 “At Wildlife Jewels®, we believe every wildlife is precious, and we are endlessly fascinated by the magic of ocean life—from the tiny Antarctic krill to the inspiring Western Gull and the extraordinary Horn Shark. Many of the world’s most transformative innovations are inspired by ocean life, and they deserve our care and protection. Join us in our mission to protect them!” ~ Azi Sharif PhD, Founder & Executive Director at Wildlife Jewels®
Happy World Oceans Day!
Our precious marine life faces a devastating crisis, from chemical pollution and petrochemicals to algal blooms, fishing gear entanglement, plastic pollution, overfishing, ship strikes, and so much more. On this World Ocean Day, Wildlife Jewels® is honored to share some of our recently launched and emerging ocean programs dedicated to protecting our majestic ocean life.
In this video, check out some of the precious wildlife we recently spotted at La Jolla Cove in just one hour. Their lives depend on the well-being of our ocean!
Join us in our mission to protect these magnificent creatures.
Cormorant's, Sea Lions, Elegant Terns, Royal Terns, California Brown Pelicans, Western Gulls, Heermann's Gulls and more amazing wildlife we recently spotted at La Jolla Cove.
Stunning Cormorant with her chicks sitting on the signature Wildlife Jewels® gemstone, Sea Lions, Pelicans, Cormorant’s & Gulls at La Jolla Cove
Wildlife Jewels Explore Wildlife Days La Jolla Cove & California Brown Pelicans
During our recent coastal wildlife monitoring walk at La Jolla Cove, we were delighted to see California Brown Pelicans thriving. It is incredible to witness their recovery since the devastating pelican starvation crisis that began in April.
California Brown Pelicans at La Jolla Cove, July 20, 2024 | By © Wildlife Jewels
California Brown Pelicans at La Jolla Cove
During our recent coastal wildlife monitoring walk at La Jolla Cove, we were delighted to see California Brown Pelicans thriving. It is incredible to witness their recovery since the devastating pelican starvation crisis that began in April.
We're excited to announce that one of these majestic birds will be showcased in our soon to be revealed Wildlife Jewels® Collections exhibition! Stay tuned for more details, stunning photos, and information on how you can contribute to the protection of these precious birds!
Learn about ways you can join our wildlife monitoring team to track and report distressed wildlife.
Wildlife Jewels® coastal wildlife monitoring observation | Sea Lion with her Pup | Two Distressed Sea Lion Pups | at La Jolla Cove July 9, 2024 ©WildlifeJewels
Protecting Sea Lions at La Jolla Cove: La Jolla Cove Sea Lions Urgently Need Your Help
During our wildlife monitoring walk at La Jolla Cove last week, we were disturbed to spot and report two distressed sea lion pups. Since then, it has been reported that three dead pups have been found on the beach, and two others had to be rescued.
Sea Lion with her Pup at La Jolla Cove, July 9, 2024 | By © Wildlife Jewels
Protecting Sea Lions at La Jolla Cove: How You Can Help
During our wildlife monitoring walk at La Jolla Cove last week, we were disturbed to spot and report two distressed sea lion pups. Since then, it has been reported that three dead pups have been found on the beach, and two others had to be rescued.
Unfortunately, the large crowds and public interference, including petting the sea lions, have likely contributed to these deaths.
To protect these majestic sea lion pups, we need rangers to monitor the sea lions and track public interference. Additionally, placing cones and signs to educate the public about the sea lion pups and the threats they face is crucial.
Take Action via SD Seal Society!
Learn more about this tragic situation by watching this video by CBS8 and SD Seal Society.
Learn about ways you can join our wildlife monitoring team to track and report human-induced threats to wildlife and distressed wildlife.
Wildlife Jewels® coastal wildlife monitoring observation | Sea Lion with her Pup | Two Distressed Sea Lion Pups | at La Jolla Cove July 9, 2024 ©WildlifeJewels
Unveiling Wildlife Jewels® Ocean Programs on World Ocean Day
On this World Ocean Day, Wildlife Jewels is excited to unveil our newly launched and emerging Ocean programs.
Our initiatives range from coastal wildlife monitoring and tracking to Marine Protected Areas wildlife watch and wildlife crisis rescue programs, all aimed at protecting our coastal wildlife. Additionally, we have marine debris removal programs and ocean education and creative arts initiatives designed to engage the community and to inspire individuals to protect marine life.
Stunning Cormorant with her chicks sitting on the signature Wildlife Jewels® gemstone, Sea Lions, Pelicans, Cormorant’s & Gulls at La Jolla Cove
Happy World Ocean Day from Wildlife Jewels!
On this World Ocean Day, Wildlife Jewels is thrilled to unveil our newly launched and emerging Ocean programs.
Our initiatives range from coastal wildlife monitoring and tracking to Marine Protected Areas wildlife watch and wildlife crisis rescue programs, all aimed at protecting our coastal wildlife. Additionally, we have marine debris removal programs and ocean education and creative arts initiatives designed to engage the community and to inspire individuals to protect marine life.
To learn more about each program and join us in this vital mission to protect our precious coastal wildlife as a volunteer or partner, please see the link below.
Happy World Ocean Day!
Our precious marine life faces a devastating crisis, from chemical pollution and petrochemicals to algal blooms, fishing gear entanglement, plastic pollution, overfishing, ship strikes, and so much more. On this World Ocean Day, Wildlife Jewels® is honored to share some of our recently launched and emerging ocean programs dedicated to protecting our majestic ocean life.
In this video, check out some of the precious wildlife we recently spotted at La Jolla Cove in just one hour. Their lives depend on the well-being of our ocean!
Join us in our mission to protect these magnificent creatures.
Cormorant's, Sea Lions, Elegant Terns, Royal Terns, California Brown Pelicans, Western Gulls, Heermann's Gulls and more amazing wildlife we recently spotted at La Jolla Cove.