Show Notes
Sea Stars, Sea Lettuce and Beaked Barnacles…
What are those little critters found in cracks and crevices of coastal rocks and on the beach? And how is a citizen science project involving children and the public contributing to marine science?
In this episode we explore the seashore and hear the story of fascinating little sea creatures and the Marine Metre Squared project.
Ft. Sally Carson, Tamlyn Somerford, Zoe Psarouthakis and the participants of the Coastal Care Workshop
Thanks to NZ Marine Studies Centre
Episode Cover photo - NZ Marine Studies Centre
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This show was broadcast on community radio OAR 105.4FM Dunedin.
This series is supported by ORC's Ecofund. Thanks to Professor Nancy Longnecker Centre for Science Communication, University of Otago, NZ.
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