The underwater world of Cabbage Tree Bay Aquatic Reserve

Underwater life of Cabbage Tree Bay Aquatic Reserve in Manly is showcased in new signs and webpages for the reserve.

Installed in late March, the signs show the variety of subtidal habitats that are protected in the reserve, some of the animals using those habitats and a map of where you can find these habitats when you're snorkelling or diving. They also include how to look after the marine life when visiting the area.

The new signs showcase animals using the variety of different habitat in the reserve, for example six-spine leatherjacket hiding in kelp forests, giant cuttlefish cruising through shallow algae, male blue groper hanging out between barrens and sand, colourful sponges and stalked ascidians in the sponge gardens, and more.

With up to 25,000 people a day visiting Cabbage Tree Bay Aquatic Reserve, taking care of the aquatic reserve means it’s critical that people follow the rules. We also ask people to report illegal activities to the appropriate authority, so agencies can be efficient in responding to their concerns.

Keen to know more about the reserve and its different subtidal and intertidal habitats? Our new Cabbage Tree Bay Aquatic Reserve webpages are filled with fabulous photos and information.

If you are visiting Cabbage Tree Bay Aquatic Reserve don’t forget to check out the news signs. You can even give us your feedback on the signs via the QR code - it’s underneath the new sign at the foot of the stairs to Shelly Headland. We look forward to hearing what you think!