Algae
Algae are simpler in structure than the simplest land plants (mosses). Many types of algae consist of only one cell.
Algae are simpler in structure than the simplest land plants (mosses). Many types of algae consist of only one cell.
Barnacles are crustaceans and are closely related to prawns. In their juvenile stage they drift in the ocean as larvae.
Black Nerites are Some of the most numerous and easily identified shells of our rocky shores.
Blue Periwinkles are very small blue- grey shells that feed on microscopic algae invisible to the naked eye.
Chitons are ancient moiluses with eight shell plates and a broad foot which allows them to hold on very tightly to the surface of the rocks.
Cockles, Pipis (pictured) and Mussels are all bivalve molluscs.
For centuries, people have used Cowries as currency and for decoration.
Crabs that live on rocky shores feed within the hard rock substratum.
Elephant Snails are usually found in pools, crevices or under large stones.
Nudibranches belong to the same family as Octopus and snails.