As the sun rises and low tide approaches, pacific lizards begin checking the ocean.
Climbing to a higher point, they can survey the water.
They're not here out of curiosity.
They know all too well what the water can do.
These lizards are not built for swimming, and they stand no chance in these waves.
That's why what they do next is so surprising.
These rocks are covered in nutrient-rich algae, a veritable feast in this area.
Timing is everything.
The lizards risk life and limb to reach the precious food.
Eating as much as they can before scuttling back to safety.
