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The MBA’s Data Archive for Seabed Species and Habitats team (DASSH) is developing the Big Rock Pool Challenge data pipelines to ensure the amounts of data generated by the project are delivered to national and international data-sharing platforms in the best way possible. These data will help monitor the impact of environmental stressors, such as pollution, climate change, and the spread of non-native species, on rock pool ecosystems.
You may check out the full list of rarity scores for species found by the Rock Pool Project here
All you really need is sensible clothing and footwear. You may also wish to take along a guidebook, and a camera or a smart phone with camera so that you can record your finds and upload them to our database. You don’t need a bucket, but a re-usable food container may prove useful for a closer look at your finds. You could take a bag to pick up any litter you find washed up on the beach, and a flask of hot drink is also welcome on chilly days!
You absolutely can! If you are interested in starting a new hub in your local area, please get in touch. You can also read more about running a Bioblitz or rock pooling session here.
If you are under 18, you are welcome to get involved as a BioBlitzer (participant) accompanied by an adult as our BioBlitz Battles are open to all ages. If you are above 18, you could get involved with The Rock Pool Project in many other ways. Read more
Visit our events page for results and more.
All our monthly BioBlitz Battles are free of charge! Thanks to our funders – the National Lottery Heritage Fund and the ScottishPower Foundation.
Yes, you could, but always be aware and prepare for the Great British weather, i.e. anything can happen. Be aware of the waves and know if the tide is going in or out. Steer clear of the low shore when the sea is rough.
All BioBlitz Battles are led by our amazing volunteers who are enthusiastic about rock pools and the marine environment.
