La Chorera

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La Chorera Biodiversity Survey findings

La Chorera is located in Baja Mexico. This gently sloping site consists of extremely uneven terrain, containing many deep cracks and folds.

closeup of research site

La Chorera 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 cobble beach. The primary coastal orientation of this site is south/southwest.

closeup of research site

Biodiversity Surveys were done in 2003. The Biodiversity Survey grid encompasses one section that is approximately 30 meters (along shore) x 20 meters (seaward). For more information see the Biodiversity Survey findings at this site.

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

Last modified: Aug 06, 2025