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Thousands of California leopard sharks (Triakis semifasciata), mostly pregnant females, gather each summer in waist-deep water along the southern end of La Jolla Shores. Peak August-September. Simply wade in, snorkel, or kayak to see them; completely harmless to humans. The warm shallows are believed to accelerate gestation.

Leopard Shark in La Jolla Shores (San Diego, California, USA)

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About This Spot

Thousands of California leopard sharks (Triakis semifasciata), mostly pregnant females, gather each summer in waist-deep water along the southern end of La Jolla Shores. Peak August-September. Simply wade in, snorkel, or kayak to see them; completely harmless to humans. The warm shallows are believed to accelerate gestation.

Best Months to Visit

See Leopard Shark in La Jolla Shores (San Diego, California, USA). Best months: August, September, July (up to 95% sighting chance). Snorkeling, Swimming, Diving. Plan your wildlife trip with Fauneya.

  • August: 95%
  • September: 95%
  • July: 90%
  • October: 85%
  • June: 75%
  • November: 65%

Practical Information

  • Location: La Jolla Shores (San Diego, California, USA)
  • Coordinates: 32.8600, -117.2600
  • Effort: day trip
  • Accessibility: Easy
  • Observation mode: Snorkeling, Swimming, Diving

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