Surveying residents of the Great Barrier Reef
Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO) Oceans and Atmosphere
Published: 27 June 2023
The SELTMP survey shows Great Barrier Reef residents increasingly view climate change as the top threat. COVID also hit hard, especially tourism. Data helps guide Reef 2050 goals, inform fishers, and shape community-driven protection efforts.
Keywords: Great Barrier Reef, SELTMP, tourism, COVID-19, community perceptions, reef management
new species of Australian shark
Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO) Oceans and Atmosphere
Published: 27 June 2023
Scientists described a new species, the Painted Hornshark (Heterodontus marshallae), once mistaken for H. zebra. Found off northwestern Australia, it highlights the role of genetics and collections in uncovering hidden marine diversity.
Keywords: Painted Hornshark, Heterodontus marshallae, new species, shark taxonomy, Australian waters, marine biodiversity, genetics
Through the magnifying glass: how cutting-edge technology is helping scientists understand baby corals
Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO) Oceans and Atmosphere
Published: 28 July 2023
Scientists are using macrophotogrammetry to study baby corals in 3D detail. This new tech reveals how larvae settle, grow, and interact with reef organisms, offering insights to boost coral restoration and reef recovery efforts.
Keywords: baby corals, macrophotogrammetry, coral recruitment, reef restoration, 3D imaging, Great Barrier Reef, marine research
