Marine Ecological Survey of Bateman Bay, Ningaloo Reef - Oceanwise

Created 25/06/2017

Updated 09/08/2023

In 2002, Oceanwise Environmental scientists initiated a baseline marine ecological survey of Bateman Bay, Ningaloo Reef.

Research was conducted in collaboration with Murdoch University. A variety of methods were used including manta tow surveys, video transects and baited videos, random spot dives, intensive transects and incidental sightings or observations. Data were collected on the physical environment, macroalgae, seagrass, plankton, coral, molluscs, fish, the intertidal zone, turtles and marine mammals.

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Title Marine Ecological Survey of Bateman Bay, Ningaloo Reef - Oceanwise
Language English
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Landing Page https://data.gov.au/data/dataset/e1099733-3619-4707-b8ae-fa53bb163cb9
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Reference Period 25/06/2017
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