GUIDE SERIES

Discover the incredible marine wildlife that calls Jurien Bay home. From playful sea lions and bottlenose dolphins to colourful fish species, rays , sharks and seasonal whale migrations, explore the diverse marine life that makes the Jurien Bay Marine Park one of Western Australia’s most remarkable ecosystems.

MARINE WIDLIFE

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Pod of Indo-pacific bottlenose dolphins swimming in the clear waters off Jurien Bay, Western Australia.

Dolphins of Jurien Bay

Learn about the dolphin species that reside in and visit Jurien Bay, their behaviour, social structure and where you’re most likely to encounter them.

Western striped grunter swimming over a reef in Jurien Bay Marine Park, Western Australia.

Fish Species of Jurien Bay

A guide to the incredible variety of reef fish, pelagic species and iconic catches found throughout the Jurien Bay Marine Park.

Australian sea lion resting on a beach among seabirds in the Jurien Bay Marine Park, Western Australia.

Sea Birds of Jurien Bay

Discover the sea birds that depend on the marine park, from ospreys and sea eagles to cormorants and migratory species.

Eagle ray gliding above a reef in clear waters of the Jurien Bay Marine Park, Western Australia.

Sharks & Rays

Learn about sharks and rays commonly encountered in Jurien Bay, their role in the ecosystem and why they’re an important part of a healthy ocean.

Two humpback whales travelling along the coast of Western Australia during their annual migration.

Whales of Western Australia

Explore the annual whale migration, the species you may encounter and the importance of Western Australia’s coastline for these incredible remarkable animals.

Snorkellers exploring a coral reef with tropical fish in the clear waters of Jurien Bay, Western Australia.

Seasonal Wildlife Calendar

Discover what wildlife you can expect to see throughout the year and how seasons influence the marine environment.