Research
These short articles highlight the findings from ongoing scientific research within selected Marine Parks, including exciting new discoveries and ideas for future projects. If you are a scientist, read about how you can see your work featured in the Atlas.
Published on 1 January 2016
Discover what's on the menu for flatback turtles in the Kimberley marine region of NW Australia
Published on 12 November 2015
Patterns of larval dispersal in the canyons of the southwest marine region.
Published on 1 October 2015
First sighting of black corals in Australian shelf waters
Published on 1 May 2015
A network-wide assessment of coral reef biodiversity undertaken by Reef Life Survey and local sea rangers
Published on 1 January 2015
An investigation into larval population connectivity between marine parks in the north and northwest networks.
Published on 1 September 2012
High-resolution 360-degree panoramic vision collected by Caitlin Sea Survey lets you 'swim' through reefs in the Coral Sea Marine Park.
Published on 1 July 2007
A unique community of coldwater corals is discovered in depths of 1300 m within the Coral Sea Marine Park
Published on 1 July 2007
Acoustic mapping of the seafloor off Cairns reveals the remains of a huge landslide from the continental slope of Australia