Punta Libertad

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Punta Libertad Biodiversity Survey findings

Punta Libertad is located in Gulf of California. This gently sloping site consists of moderately uneven terrain, containing few cracks and folds.

closeup of research site

Punta Libertad 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 and boulder fields. 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 Punta Libertad, please contact Pete Raimondi (raimondi@ucsc.edu).

Last modified: Aug 06, 2025