The Sea Lions of Los Islotes

<p>You cannot help but be enchanted by The Sea Lions of Los Islotes. They emanate finesse and charm without a hint of illusion or wizardry. There is no incantation or voodoo just an abounding sense of play that inspires every visitor.</p><p>When it comes to wild animal encounters Los Islotes is almost nirvana. Few places so close to a city can truly offer such a convenient and accessible opportunity to interact with Mother Nature in her untamed state. California sea lions are the main residents strangely thriving in a place so accessible to tourists.</p><p>Initial introductions begin at the surface; encounters are then formalized below the water as Poseidon's ocean ambassadors exuberantly whiz towards and around diver and snorkeler alike.</p><p>In the book Luke Inman's vivid underwater photography helps to explain: How to tell different sea lions apart; what their lifestyle is like; their lifecycle; how to have safe interactions; the challenges sea lions face; other visitors to the area; and how to photograph sea lions.</p>