El Tivo

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El Tivo Biodiversity Survey findings

El Tivo is located in Baja Mexico, on Isla Natividad. This gently sloping site consists of moderately uneven terrain, containing few cracks and folds.

closeup of research site

El Tivo is dominated by consolidated bedrock, and the area surrounding the site is comprised of consolidated bedrock. The primary coastal orientation of this site is southwest.

closeup of research site

Biodiversity Surveys were done in 2007 and 2011. The Biodiversity Survey grid encompasses one section that is approximately 30 meters (along shore) x 25 meters (seaward). For more information see the Biodiversity Survey findings at this site.

For more information about El Tivo, please contact Pete Raimondi (raimondi@ucsc.edu).

Last modified: Aug 06, 2025