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I'll improve the wave realism and optimize the code for better performance. Here's an enhanced version with more natural wave movements and better performance:

I've made several improvements to enhance the realism of the wave movements and optimize performance:

Wave Realism Improvements:

1. Gerstner Waves Implementation: Added a Gerstner wave function that creates more realistic ocean-like movement with both vertical and horizontal displacement.

2. Enhanced Wave Textures:

   • Improved the wave texture with foam-like patterns and horizontal streaks
   • Added dynamic foam effects at wave crests
   • Animated the texture horizontally for more natural movement

3. More Complex Wave Patterns:

   • Added multiple harmonics to the wave function for more natural shapes
   • Increased wave count for better depth perception
   • Added more segments for smoother curves

4. Improved Wave Gradients:

   • Enhanced color transitions with more gradient stops
   • Added subtle highlights at wave peaks

Performance Optimizations:

1. Reduced Redundant Calculations:

   • Used useCallback and useMemo for expensive calculations
   • Pre-calculated values where possible
   • Created textures once instead of on every frame

2. Animation Loop Improvements:

   • Switched to time-based animation instead of frame-based
   • Used requestAnimationFrame properly with cleanup
   • Added proper refs to track animation state

3. Rendering Optimizations:

   • Added willChange: "transform" hints for browser optimization
   • Improved path drawing for waves
   • Optimized cloud movement with time-based animation

4. Memory Management:

   • Properly cleaned up animation frames on unmount
   • Used refs instead of state where appropriate to prevent unnecessary re-renders

These changes should result in more realistic and appealing wave movements while improving overall performance.