Rock Platforms: Spray Zone - Barnacles

Barnacles are common inhabitants of the spray zone. In this section, you will learn more about:

  • Barnacle description
  • Barnacle ecology
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Sometimes the spray zone is inundated at high tide and can be hazardous for people fishing and zoologists. This photo was taken by Jo Smissen on a field trip to the Nobbies, Western Port Bay.