A Deep Dive into the World of Ocean Giants
October 14, 2020 –
How does a changing climate impact the migration of the world’s largest fish?
About this Event
Migratory marine megafauna are among the world’s most charismatic species. One of these is the world’s largest fish — the whale shark. Whale sharks are found in most tropical and subtropical waters around the world, including at the Ningaloo Reef in Western Australia. What is influencing the movement of whale sharks and what impact does a changing climate have on the future of this ocean giant?
About Lucy Arrowsmith
Lucy is a Marine Science PhD student working with the Oceans Institute at the University of Western Australia. Her research focuses on the movement and behavioural patterns of whale sharks and how they use cues and drivers to move between locations.
This event is run in partnership with the UWA Oceans Institute.
Date: Wednesday 14 October 2020
Time: 6.30pm to 7.30pm
Venue: City of Perth Library, 573 Hay Street, Perth
Cost: Free, book now as places are limited.
Image courtesy of the Australian Institute of Marine Science
A recording of the event will also be made available on the UWA Oceans Institute You Tube Channel.
Join us for the other events in this series:
The Life of a Baby Lobster, Wednesday 28 October, 6.30pm to 7.30pm
Accidental Artificial Reefs, Wednesday 11th November, 6.30pm-7.30pm
We are excited to welcome you back to events at the Library but please be aware we have made some changes in line with government health directives.
Attendee numbers will be limited and our furniture has been arranged carefully to encourage physical distancing.
Staff and attendees have access to hand sanitiser and hand washing facilities in the bathrooms.
Attendees will have access to water fountains and are encouraged to BYO water bottles.
Please do not attend this event if you, or a person you are in close contact with, are unwell.