Viewing: cuttlefish
March 19, 2015
Cuttlefish of South Australia
Before I embarked on the production of the documentary film Cuttlefish Country, I had little appreciation of the diversity of cuttlefish species which are found in South Australian waters. When I discuss cuttlebones with friends or strangers, I’m usually met with surprise at the revelation that cuttlebones found in beachwash along the South Australian coast represent not one, not two but several species... Read morePosted in Cephalopods, Marine invertebrates | By Dan Monceaux
February 14, 2015
Scientists studying the mating tactics of giant Australian cuttlefish
When giant Australian cuttlefish, Sepia apama, mate, they meet head-to-head and embrace. The male uses a specialised arm to squirt his sperm in to the mouth of the female. There is some short video footage by Roger Hanlon from the Marine Biological Laboratory in Woods Hole, Massachusetts available. According to that same web page, “To initiate sex, a male spreads... Read morePosted in Cephalopods | By Steve Reynolds
December 16, 2014
New research shows shipping sound impacts cuttlefish
Cuttlefish become stressed when exposed to shipping sound and panic when exposed to loud, low-frequencies, according to two scientific papers published this year. The Marine Life Society of South Australia believes that these results should trigger increased research efforts into the impact of shipping noise on the Giant Australian cuttlefish aggregation at Point Lowly, near Whyalla in South Australia. They argue that the matter... Read morePosted in Acoustics, Cephalopods, Marine invertebrates, Molluscs, Pollution | By Marine Life Society of South Australia Inc.
October 7, 2014
Aristotle’s lantern and other ‘invertebrate bits’ by Heather Robertson
Heather Lynn Robertson/Stoker writes a blog on marine invertebrates entitled Aristotle’s Lantern. As the title of her blog suggests, Heather seems to be particularly keen on sea urchins. In her own words, “Aristotle’s lantern… is a hard, calcareous feeding structure comprised of very intricate parts unique to sea urchins.” Here is a small excerpt from one of Heather’s recent blog... Read morePosted in Cephalopods, Cnidaria, Coral, Creative writing | By Steve Reynolds
October 2, 2014
Marine Life Society of South Australia slams cuttlefish acoustic impact study
The Marine Life Society of South Australia has condemned a recent study into the potential impact of shipping noise on the Giant Australian Cuttlefish aggregation claiming that the study is scientifically flawed and does not prove that shipping has not adversely affected the population. The Society is concerned that the report may be used to justify the approval of the... Read morePosted in Acoustics, Cephalopods, Marine Protected Areas, Pollution | By Marine Life Society of South Australia Inc.
June 4, 2014
Underwater photographers focus on Whyalla’s biodiversity
This long weekend, divers and snorkelers from Adelaide and Whyalla will unite to explore and photograph the biodiversity of Upper Spencer Gulf. The Whyalla Underwater Shootout will encourage young and old to explore the region’s rocky and artificial reefs, sandy bottoms, sea grass meadows and mangroves to show that there’s more to Whyalla’s waters than the Giant Australian Cuttlefish aggregation.... Read morePosted in Cephalopods, Citizen Science, Events | By Marine Life Society of South Australia Inc.
April 30, 2009
Diving in Port Lincoln (and more on cuttlefish attacks)
(As told to Steve Reynolds by Phil Porter) Phil Porter from Port Lincoln recently became a new MLSSA member. Phil said that he has been diving in the Port Lincoln area for many years. He did a FAUI scuba course in 1981, and has been into photography since that time. “My main interest has always been the incredible local marine... Read morePosted in Cephalopods, Dive Reports, Maritime History | By Steve Reynolds
October 30, 2007
Australian Giant Cuttlefish (Sepia apama)
Author: Dr Robert Browne, Seadragon Foundation Inc. Prelude: The document is an expanded excerpt for a “Conservation Guide” for the proposed BHP Billiton Desalination Plant at Port Bonython, Upper Spencer Gulf. The evolving “Conservation Guide” is available at (SFI 2007). http://www.seadragonfoundation.org/SFI%20Articles/Articles.htm The Australian giant cuttlefish (Sepia apama), protected syngnathids, recreational and commercial fish, and unique ecosystems are of significance to the sustainable... Read morePosted in Cephalopods, Marine Protected Areas | By Marine Life Society of South Australia Inc.
June 30, 2006
My Story on the Nasty Cuttlefish of SA
Location: Port Moorowie, Yorke Peninsula (Sometime in March 2006) Geoff Prince and I were diving together in shallow water of 5m along a reef to the right of the Port Moorowie boat ramp. This is a glorious place and I recommend that you take a look at it. We plan to go there again in winter when we’re not searching... Read morePosted in Cephalopods, Dive Reports | By Marine Life Society of South Australia Inc.
November 7, 2001
Cuttlefish in the media
I read our last MLSSA Journal (No.11) with great interest and enjoyed all of the articles including the one by Alex Gaut about cuttles. I managed to check out the ‘Cuttlefish Capital’ website and was very impressed with the webpage. The cuttlefish at Whyalla featured on Channel 7’s “Discover” program on 30/1/01 and I was duly enthused. Three of Alex’s... Read morePosted in Cephalopods | By Marine Life Society of South Australia Inc.