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A lone catamaran named "Silky" patrols waters around the remote island of Malpelo, a refuge that is protected yet full of peril for endangered marine species in the Colombian Pacific. Its crew of environmentalists is the terror of boats illegally fishing for sharks inside the reserve... Read more

A catamaran named "Silky" navigates the waters surrounding the remote Malpelo Island, which is characterized by rugged terrain and rocky formations. The catamaran is white with blue and green accents, equipped for environmental patrols. Onboard, a small crew can be seen, engaged in monitoring activities. The sky is overcast, and the water appears choppy, reflecting the vulnerability of the surrounding marine ecosystem, which is home to endangered species. In the background, two prominent rock formations rise from the ocean, enhancing the remote and perilous nature of this protected area in the Colombian Pacific. The scene illustrates the ongoing efforts to combat illegal fishing and protect marine life within the reserve.
A vibrant underwater scene captures a diverse array of marine life around the remote island of Malpelo in the Colombian Pacific. The image prominently features a large, light-colored fish, possibly a grouper, swimming amidst a school of smaller fish, which appear to be yellowtail and other species. The background is filled with numerous fish swimming in various directions, creating a dynamic sense of movement and life. The underwater habitat is characterized by rocky formations and an array of ocean blues ranging from deep turquoise to lighter shades nearer the surface. The overall composition highlights the richness of marine biodiversity in this protected area, which serves as a refuge for endangered species. The image conveys the importance of conservation efforts to safeguard these delicate ecosystems from threats like illegal fishing.
A person stands on the deck of a catamaran named "Silky," holding up a large shark, showcasing its streamlined body and prominent dorsal fin. The individual has a serious expression, dressed in a gray shirt, and is wearing a blue cap. In the background, another crew member dressed in a red shirt and blue life vest is positioned near the boat's rear, while a body of water stretches out, reflecting gray skies. The waters around the remote Malpelo Island, known for its rich marine biodiversity, can be seen. Along the side of the catamaran, there's fishing netting visible, highlighting the crew's focus on marine conservation efforts against illegal fishing. The atmosphere combines tension and purpose, emphasizing the importance of protection for endangered marine species.
A rocky outcrop on a remote island is the setting, where several seabirds are gathered. In the foreground, a bird with a white body and dark wings is spreading its wings, potentially preparing for flight. Nearby, two other seabirds, also with white bodies and distinct features, stand on the rocky surface. In the background, the vast expanse of the ocean stretches out under a cloudy sky, with shades of gray and blue dominating the scene. A tall flagpole displaying the Colombian flagā€”featuring yellow, blue, and red horizontal stripesā€”stands prominently against the backdrop. The overall atmosphere conveys a sense of wildness and isolation, typical of a protected marine area teeming with wildlife. The image captures the unspoiled nature surrounding Malpelo Island, emphasizing its significance as a refuge for endangered marine species.
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Kksircombe.bsky.social

Three weeks after I visited this spot in December 2016 the lava delta collapsed into the sea emphasising that despite appearing ā€˜solidā€™ the cooled lava is actually just brittle glass. It can have intricate structures in outcrop, but itā€™s inherently unstable. 2/5 www.thrillist.com/travel/natio...

Three images showing dark glossy rocks with textures resembling intricate twisted tree roots.
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Kksircombe.bsky.social

Todayā€™s #EarthScienceWeek#outcrop is being made in real time at the far end of the timescale from Acasta. On the Big Island of Hawaiā€™i, the Puā€™uā€˜Oā€™o vent on Kilauea produces a lava flow that reaches the southern coast in a spectacular fashion that only 900ĀŗC lava meeting sea water can. 1/5

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JTmostlymammoths.bsky.social

Mountaintop #Autumn#NH

View from rocky outcrop onto another mountain filled with colorful forests and topped with dark green conifers
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Kksircombe.bsky.social

According to one story, a wealthy collector of rare rocks in Japan sent a team to the island outcrop with explosives to obtain some fresh boulders for their collection. No idea if that is true, but the fresh rocks were there, and I have a couple of bookends from the Hadean thanks to itā€¦ 6/6

A cliff outcrop of light and dark rocks with water on the left (the stern of a small red boat can just been seen). Cliff is around 10 metres In height with a jumble of large lichen covered rounded boulders on the left and a patch of small angular clean looking rocks on the right. This is the location of the reputed explosion to collect rocks.
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Kksircombe.bsky.social

The irony of geology in the tundra is the rocks have been conveniently exposed by a continental-scale glaciation, but close up they are covered in lichen. So a pressure washer was brought in to clean up one outcrop to get a better look at the gneiss (remember this is a *long* way to the store). 5/6

An undulating outcrop of rock showing several alternating and merging layers and veins of light and dark rock stretching away from the viewer. A sledgehammer around 70 cm long sits in the middle of the view to provide scale. There are some sparse trees in the distance.
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Kksircombe.bsky.social

Geologists get excited by old rocks because the Earth is ~4.5 billion years old, but early rocks have been destroyed by bombardment or the tectonic rock cycle. Old rocks (>3.5 billion years) in outcrop are very rare and exciting to find - they tell us about how the early Earth worked. 4/6

An artistā€™s impression of the Late Heavy Bombardment of Earth. Meteors are streaking across a dark sky dominated by a very large and glowing Moon. A meteor has just crashed into a large lava lake in the middle distance. Other lave eruptions can be seen nearby and a column of smoke rising from a volcano can be seen in the distance. http://earthspacecircle.blogspot.com/2026/late-heavy-bombardment.html
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Kksircombe.bsky.social

Nothing says ā€˜Earth Scienceā€™ like a good outcrop, so to mark #EarthScienceWeek āš’ļøšŸ§Ŗ (13-19 Oct) letā€™s explore ā€˜Earth Science Everywhereā€™ with daily outcrops. Weā€™ll visit famous outcrops, some personal favourites and learn of outcrops in big stories about the environment and how the Earth works. 1/6

A banner with the text ā€˜Earth Science Week 13-19 October 2024ā€™ and several icons. Icons include stylistic pictures of the moon, snow-capped mountains, clouds, trees, a satellite, Australia, crystals and a brontosaurus-like dinosaur.
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CMcosynomad.bsky.social

Yeah, if the flannel and somewhat niche outcrop werenā€™t enough, the Heady Tooper should get it done.

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Mmaique.eu

šŸ‡øšŸ‡¹ While looking for that wave. (Yes, bSides are ON again!)

A young person is sitting on a rock on a sandy beach under the shade of a tree. The ocean waves are visible in the background, with a rocky outcrop and lush greenery nearby. The scene has a serene and tranquil atmosphere.
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