Redmap - What's on the move in Australian seas?

09/06/2026

Tassie fishers! Keep an eye out for sand flathead with these yellow patches on them ⚠️

09/06/2026

Redmap Qld lead Jan Strugnell chatted recently with Word on the Reef Podcast. Have a listen here :)

https://www.facebook.com/share/p/193KUMrT4M/

Word on the Reef · Episode

09/06/2026

Are you interested in how marine species are moving around Australia with climate change? Would you like to develop skills in ecological data analysis, climate change biology, and the use of large, real-world datasets?

We are looking for a motivated honours or master's student to undertake a research project investigating climate-driven range shifts in Australian marine species.

The project will include analysis of large-scale citizen science datasets including Redmap, iNaturalist and Reef Life Survey to deliver a 5-year review of species distribution changes, with a focus on New South Wales marine estate.

In addition, the project will also undertake a novel demographic analysis of the citizen science data. It will explore the number of unique contributors submitting verified out-of-range sightings, the total number of such observations logged, and how these records have been classified upon review by species experts.

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01/06/2026

Glow in the dark shark!!

31/05/2026

Want to find out how global climate assessments actually work? This webinar goes behind the scenes of the IPCC (the big global climate science assessment you often hear about) and explains how scientists assess evidence, work across different perspectives, and build a shared understanding of what we know.

Great if you’re curious about climate change, and it can really help make sense of the climate information you hear in the media by understanding the process behind it.
Also very relevant for anyone interested in changing oceans and what that means for fisheries, aquaculture, and coastal communities.

Register now Price Free Event date and time Wednesday 17 Jun 2026 1.00pm to 2.00pm AEST Location Online virtual event Login details will be emailed to registrants The work of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change, better known as the IPCC, is considered one of the most comprehensive, rigorou...

19/05/2026

If you've been wondering how climate change might impact the species you catch or see, this post from Sea Change Australia might be of interest!

A Tasmanian fisheries manager asked: How will climate change affect Striped and Bastard Trumpeter given their long larval phases?

It's a great question and the answer matters to managers, fishers, and researchers.

These fish spend one to six months drifting as larvae in the ocean before settling. That makes them especially vulnerable to shifts in temperature and currents during a critical window of survival.

Dr Alyssa Marshell's response on the Sea Change Australia Q&A platform explains what the science tells us and what it means for the future of these fisheries. She also reported key knowledge gaps through the platform to recommend future research priorities.

The short version? Climate change is likely to make recruitment more variable and less predictable. But there's reason for optimism: Australia has strong fisheries science and management systems, and shared fisher knowledge combined with climate research can help the sector adapt.

Read the full answer here: https://seachangeaustralia.org/question/striped-trumpeter-bastard-trumpeter-and-climate-change/

08/05/2026

What do ya reckon? ? ?

🐟 GUESS THE FISH 🐟

Think you know your fish species?
Drop your answer below 👇

One random correct answer scores a Stormy bucket 🔥

Winner announced soon.

08/05/2026

Don’t forget to stop by and say hi to us at Agfest 2026! 👋

We’ve got an incredible group of IMAS scientists, including the teams behind Sea Change Australia and Redmap - What's on the move in Australian seas?, ready to answer all your questions - whether it’s sea urchins, fisheries, rock lobster, or broader environmental topics.

📍You’ll find us at The Fishing Hub (Site 715) 🎣🌊

We can't wait to see you there!

Fisheries Tasmania FRDC University of Tasmania

08/05/2026

01/05/2026

Fabulous video from our mates at Sea Change Australia, featuring Redmap - What's on the move in Australian seas? super star Jonah Yick!