by WPorre | May 26, 2016 | Rocky Shore
Rocky Shore SeabirdsSeabirds know how to make best use of the nooks and ledges in rocky shore habitats, especially on exposed offshore islands where the volcanic rocks are highly fractured. The Kjørholmene island nature reserve is very rich in bird life and kittiwakes...
by WPorre | May 26, 2016 | Rocky Shore
Rocky Shore Saw wrack and sea oakSaw wrack and sea oak are seaweeds commonly found on stony and rocky shores. Saw wrack has serrated fronds, while sea oak has bladders that look like pea-pods. The seaweed forests are a favourite habitat for fish and...
by WPorre | May 26, 2016 | Rocky Shore
Rocky Shore The common shore crabThe common shore crab played an important part in our childhood rock-pooling adventures! This little crab is harmless to humans – but not to its...
by WPorre | May 26, 2016 | Rocky Shore
Rocky Shore BarnaclesBarnacles are small crustaceans that attach themselves firmly to the rocks. They are relatives of shrimps, lobsters and crabs. The are protected by a calcite shell made of plates, two of which can be opened and closed like a gate. When the tide...
by WPorre | May 26, 2016 | Rocky Shore
Rocky Shore Great tiger mothWe can also find some colourful butterflies and moths in the lush coastal vegetation. A good example is the great tiger moth. It sleeps in the bushes during the day and if disturbed will spread out its forewings to reveal its spectacular...
by WPorre | May 26, 2016 | Rocky Shore
Rocky Shore StarfishThe common starfish is the one we most often come across on the rocky shore. It can measure up to 50 centimetres from arm-tip to arm-tip. A related species which is also quite common along the Jæren coast is the northern henricia or “Bloody...
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