The San Diego National Wildlife Refuge Complex supports habitats as diverse as coastal marshes and uplands, chaparral, coastal sage scrub, oak woodland, freshwater marsh, rare vernal pool wetlands, and the incredible breeding and nesting grounds for a suite of migratory and resident bird species in south San Diego Bay.
In this picture, Elegant Tern Chicks and their parents enjoy the sun on a beautiful spring morning.
Photo: USFWS
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