Shoresearch Survey- St Helens

Last week the second Shoresearch survey took place on the beach at St Helens here on the island. Once again we were blessed with beautiful weather and many interesting species were identified!

Using a transect line and quadrats different areas of the shore were studied to discover what species of marine life are living there, ranging from seaweeds, anemones, molluscs, crabs and even a couple of fish!

St Helens is a very interesting site with large areas of rocks covered in different seaweeds, shallow pools and even a patch of Seagrass!

These surveys are run by the team at the Hampshire and Isle of Wight Wildlife Trust and aim to help increase our overall knowledge and understanding of our local marine environment.

 
If you would like to volunteer and take part in one of the surveys, why not check out the website for more information:
http://www.hiwwt.org.uk/shoresearch

Shoresearch 2014 Season has Begun!

Each summer the team at the Hampshire and Isle of Wight Wildlife Trust runs a series of surveys called Shoresearch, which aim to record and study the marine life of our local shores. 

These surveys not only helps to increase our overall knowledge and understanding of our local marine environment but also helps to identify and monitor changes that may affect the marine life e.g. climate change, invasive species and local developments.

Some of the keepers here at the park are involved in Shoresearch and more volunteers are always welcome!