Snorkeling in La Jolla: Bat Rays, Shovelnose Guitar Fish, and Leopard Sharks

Cartilaginous fish, classified as Chondrichthyes, become plentiful in the shallows off the coast of La Jolla, beckoned by the rising water temperatures of summertime. Bat Rays, Shovelnose Guitarfish, and Leopard Sharks are just a few species that gather to reproduce. Calm and patience are essential skills when seeking a meaningful interaction with these astonishing creatures.