Sea Slug Census at Cape Conran
Event description
Join the Victorian National Parks Association's ReefWatch team, along with some passionate sea slug sleuths and nudibranch nerds, as we search the rocky shores and shallows of Cape Conran Coastal Park for sea slugs! Who knows, you may discover a species unknown to science or a slug that has wandered far beyond its usual range.
Sea slugs are fascinating marine molluscs, closely related to sea snails. Found in shallow rockpools right down to deep subtidal reefs, they come in a wide range of sizes, shapes and colours, and have some amazing adaptations to allow them to survive as a soft slug in a hard world. While they are a favourite find among divers, snorkelers and underwater photographers, we know very little about their biology and ecology.
That's why any sea slugs we find during during this time will be added to the national Sea Slug Census citizen science program. Further information on the Melbourne Sea Slug Census, including how to upload your images during a Census, can be found here.
What's on: ReefWatch's marine scientists will be hosting two guided rockpool rambles on Saturday 25 March and two supervised snorkels on Sunday 26 March.
Where: Meet us at Salmon Rocks, Cape Conran Coastal Park
What to bring: Sensible shoes for walking on slippery rocks, wet weather gear, sunscreen, hat, water and snacks, and a sense of adventure! If you have an underwater camera bring it along to help us capture as many species as possible.
Please note: For snorkeling activities, we will not be providing gear. Please bring your own mask, snorkel, fins and wetsuit. Snorkel activities are suitable for competent snorkelers only.
Registration is essential: we will be sending through further details to attendees in the lead up to the event. Be sure to register for each activity you would like to attend.