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Marine Biodiversity Survey in the Kimberley: Towards Ecological Discoveries

Dive into the depths of the Kimberley region's marine life with the Woodside Collection Project. Explore aquatic zoology through comprehensive surveys covering intertidal and subtidal sites, replicated transects, and water quality assessments. The project has led to numerous outcomes, including peer-reviewed papers and potential new species discoveries. Visit the Western Australian Museum's website for more information and video clips. Recognized with awards for excellence, this research team, supported by Woodside Energy, is dedicated to uncovering the ecological wonders of the Kimberley.

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Marine Biodiversity Survey in the Kimberley: Towards Ecological Discoveries

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  1. WA Museum Woodside Collection Projects (Kimberley) 2008-2015 Clay Bryce Aquatic Zoology

  2. Survey Methodology • One hour RAP marine biodiversity surveys • Both intertidal and subtidal sites • Replicated geomorphic zones • Replicated transects • Point intercept along transects • Water Quality at each site

  3. 121 Collecting stations (2009-2012) with 60 proposed (2013 and 2014 ) Western Australian Museum

  4. Woodside 4 and 5 outcomes • Peer reviewed scientific papers (in prep): • Historic (W4) – 13 • Survey (W4 & 5) – 16 • New species - 10? (TBC) • Ecological – ? (TBC) • Website: • http://www.museum.wa.gov.au/kimberley/marine-life-kimberley-region • Video clips – 38 to date with more each trip • Awards to date: • Best Large Institution Website • Museums Australia Multimedia and Publications Design Awards (MAPDAs) • Premiers Awards for Excellence in the Public Sector, 2011: Overall winner and Managing the Environment category

  5. Woodside Collection Project (Kimberley) 2008-2015 Research Team: Clay Bryce,Lynda Avery, Lee Betterridge, Sandy Bruce, Peter Davie, Rainbo Dixon, Merrick Ekins, Peter Fearns, Jane Fromont, Rodrigo Garcia, Oliver Gomez, Chris Glasby, John Hooper, Andrew Hosie, John Huisman, Pat Hutchins, Jeff Johnson, Di Jones, Loisette Marsh, Glenn Moore, Peter Morrison, Sue Morrison, Zoe Richards, Alison Sampey, Monika Schlacher-Hoenlinger, Lexie Walker, Richard Willan,Corey Whisson,Barry Wilson, Robin Wilson, Skipton Woolley, Julian Finn, Celeste Wilson. With a special acknowledgement to Woodside Energy for their ongoing support

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