Movement of Energy through a Mangrove Ecosystem
A worksheet and link to a short video that introduces the concept of the movement of energy through a mangrove ecosystem in south east Queensland, Australia
Introduction to the Red Mangrove (Rhizophora stylosa)
A worksheet and short video to highlight some of the structural adaptations that support the success of the Red Mangrove tree in the coastal marine environment of south east Queensland, Australia.
A short video that introduces the concept of the movement of energy through a mangrove ecosystem in south east Queensland, Australia
A short video to highlight some of the structural adaptations that support the success of the Red Mangrove tree in the coastal marine environment of south east Queensland, Australia.
The Scottish Prince was a sailing barque that was carrying cargo from Glasgow (Scotland) to Brisbane (Australia). The ship ran aground heading north up the east coast of Australia in 1887. Since that time it has become a sanctuary for large numbers of marine life.
Although the significance of seagrass ecosystems are becoming well understood it is unfortunate that they continue to be compromised by human activity. https://internationalmarinesciencedat... This video documents the resilient nature and recovery of a seagrass meadow subsequent to the dumping of dredge spoil. Halophila ovalis is the first to emerge.
A couple of bold Leatherjackets find the presence of a camera just a little too much....
A large Moray eel made itself at home amongst our ARMS equipment at Wavebreak Island, south east Queensland. The eel displays a threatening pose to protect itself.