In Los Angeles, scientists are working on a project to create a collection of California's tide pools. A team, including marine biologist Greg Rouse, has been collecting samples from tide pools near La Jolla's Bird Rock. The samples, which include seawater and sand, are being analyzed in a lab at the Scripps Institute of Oceanography.

Under a microscope, the samples reveal a diverse range of tiny animals, such as shrimps, snails, and worms. Further details about this project, including its goals and scope, are available from the source. The collection is expected to be housed in Los Angeles.