Learning Activities

Shorebirds of Roebuck Bay

Migratory shorebirds visit Roebuck Bay in enormous numbers every year. Some use the bay for a brief stop over on their amazing annual journey between Siberia and wetlands across Australia. Others remain on the bay during the warmer months, with the young birds remaining throughout the year. Explore their fascinating lives in this interactive learning module.

 

Life in the Seagrass

The seagrass meadows of Roebuck Bay support a massive diversity and abundance of life. Each species relies on the presence and activities of all the other species which make up this complex and fascinating habitat. These chains of of dependance and profit are called “food webs”. Explore this summary of life in the seagrass of Roebuck Bay to learn a little more »

 

Understanding Lyngbya: Nutrient Enrichment on Roebuck Bay

Lyngbya is an algal bloom which forms thick, slimy mats which smother delicate seagrass on Roebuck Bay, creating negative impacts on the marine food chain. This presentation helps us to understand the risks, possible causes and management strategies to address this threat to the Ramsar values of the bay.