Buck Gully South

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Buck Gully South Biodiversity Survey findings

Buck Gully South is located in the South Coast region of California, within the Crystal Cove State Marine Conservation Area. This site is near the West Jetty Mussel Watch site. This gently sloping site consists of moderately uneven terrain, containing few cracks and folds.

closeup of research site

Buck Gully South is dominated by a mixture of consolidated bedrock and boulder fields, and the area surrounding the site is comprised of a mixture of consolidated bedrock, boulder fields, and sandy beach. The primary coastal orientation of this site is southwest.

closeup of research site

Biodiversity Surveys were done in 2009, 2013, 2021, and 2022. The Biodiversity Survey grid encompasses one section that is approximately 30 meters (along shore) x 33 meters (seaward). For more information see the Biodiversity Survey findings at this site.

For more information about Buck Gully South, please contact Pete Raimondi (raimondi@ucsc.edu).

Last modified: Aug 07, 2025