Isla San Esteban Collection

Basking in the sun on Isla San Esteban, the adult spiny-tailed iguana (Ctenosaura conspicuosa) showcases its striking features

Isla San Esteban Collection: Adult spiny-tailed iguana (Ctenosaura conspicuosa), basking in the sun, Isla San Esteban

Adult spiny-tailed iguana (Ctenosaura conspicuosa), basking in the sun, Isla San Esteban, Baja California, Mexico, North America

Isla San Esteban Collection: Head detail of an adult male spiny-tailed iguana (Ctenosaura conspicuosa), on Isla San Esteban

Head detail of an adult male spiny-tailed iguana (Ctenosaura conspicuosa), on Isla San Esteban, Baja California, Mexico, North America

Isla San Esteban Collection: A juvenile spiny-tailed iguana (Ctenosaura conspicuosa), Isla San Esteban, Baja California

A juvenile spiny-tailed iguana (Ctenosaura conspicuosa), Isla San Esteban, Baja California, Mexico, North America

Isla San Esteban Collection: Adult Isla San Esteban spiny-tailed iguana (Ctenosaura conspicuosa)

Adult Isla San Esteban spiny-tailed iguana (Ctenosaura conspicuosa) basking in the sun on Isla San Esteban, Baja California, Mexico, North America

Isla San Esteban Collection: Juvenile Isla San Esteban spiny-tailed iguana (Ctenosaura conspicuosa)

Juvenile Isla San Esteban spiny-tailed iguana (Ctenosaura conspicuosa) basking in the sun on Isla San Esteban, Baja California, Mexico, North America

Isla San Esteban Collection: San Esteban spiny-tailed iguana (Ctenosaura conspicuosa) eating smaller lizard, Isla San Esteban

San Esteban spiny-tailed iguana (Ctenosaura conspicuosa) eating smaller lizard, Isla San Esteban, Gulf of California (Sea of Cortez), Baja California, Mexico, North America

Isla San Esteban Collection: Mexico, Baja Peninsula, Sea of Cortez, Isla San Esteban, silhouette of cardon cactus

Mexico, Baja Peninsula, Sea of Cortez, Isla San Esteban, silhouette of cardon cactus at sunrise

Isla San Esteban Collection: An aerial view of the Midriff region off the Baja Peninsula on the Gulf of California

An aerial view of the Midriff region off the Baja Peninsula on the Gulf of California (Sea of Cortez) side
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Isla San Esteban Collection: Sunrise through cholla cactus on Isla San Esteban in the Gulf of California (Sea of Cortez), Mexico

Sunrise through cholla cactus on Isla San Esteban in the Gulf of California (Sea of Cortez), Mexico
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Isla San Esteban Collection: San Esteban spiny-tailed iguana (Ctenosaura conspicuosa), an endemic iguana found only on Isla San

San Esteban spiny-tailed iguana (Ctenosaura conspicuosa), an endemic iguana found only on Isla San Esteban in the Gulf
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Isla San Esteban Collection: Aerial view of Isla San Esteban (foreground) and Isla Tiburon - the largest island in the Gulf of

Aerial view of Isla San Esteban (foreground) and Isla Tiburon - the largest island in the Gulf of California
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San Esteban spiny-tailed iguana (Ctenosaura conspicuosa), an endemic iguana found only on Isla San Esteban in the Gulf
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Isla San Esteban Collection: Sunrise from Isla San Esteban in the midriff region of the Gulf of California (Sea of Cortez)

Sunrise from Isla San Esteban in the midriff region of the Gulf of California (Sea of Cortez), Baja California Norte
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Isla San Esteban Collection: Sunrise over cardon cactus with gulls from Isla San Esteban in the midriff region of Gulf of

Sunrise over cardon cactus with gulls from Isla San Esteban in the midriff region of Gulf of California (Sea of Cortez)
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Isla San Esteban Collection: An adult yellow-footed gull (Larus livens) on the nesting area on Isla San Esteban in the midriff

An adult yellow-footed gull (Larus livens) on the nesting area on Isla San Esteban in the midriff region of the Gulf of
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Basking in the sun on Isla San Esteban, the adult spiny-tailed iguana (Ctenosaura conspicuosa) showcases its striking features. With its intricate head detail and vibrant colors, this male iguana is a true marvel of nature. Meanwhile, a juvenile spiny-tailed iguana also enjoys the warmth of the sun's rays on this beautiful island in Baja California, Mexico. But it's not just these fascinating reptiles that call Isla San Esteban home. Witnessing a stampede to the sea is an awe-inspiring sight as a herd of California sea lions (Zalophus californianus) rush towards their aquatic playground. The energy and grace displayed by these marine mammals are truly captivating. Back on land, another adult spiny-tailed iguana can be found basking peacefully under the Mexican sun. Its relaxed demeanor perfectly complements the serene surroundings of Isla San Esteban. And nearby, a juvenile counterpart shares in this tranquil moment, soaking up the warmth and growing stronger with each passing day. The San Esteban spiny-tailed iguanas have adapted well to their habitat on Isla San Esteban within Gulf of California (Sea of Cortez). They find solace atop cardon cacti - tall giants that provide both shelter and sustenance for these remarkable creatures, and is here that they display their natural beauty against such unique backdrops. Isla San Esteban offers an extraordinary glimpse into North America's diverse wildlife population. From majestic adult spiny-tailed iguanas to playful sea lion herds, every corner reveals new wonders waiting to be discovered.