Fish and Benthic Survey of Rockingham Bay Inshore Shoals 2010

224 individual fish, shark, ray, and sea snake observations from 25 species were recorded using 5 baited remote underwater video stations (BRUVS) in Rockingham Bay. The dataset includes 45 images and records habitat classification, species identity with CAABCODES, time of arrival, behavior, maturity, and relative abundance (MaxN). Data was collected from May 10 to 13, 2010, for analysis of marine life and benthic habitats.

Use Cases

• Analyze species distribution and relative abundance (MaxN) across different benthic habitat classifications.
• Model the time elapsed before MaxN or feeding behavior occurs based on species identity and maturity (adult/juvenile).
• Classify fish behavior into 8 categories, including feeding on bait, using time of arrival and species data.
• Link species observations with CAABCODES to standardize taxonomic identification across marine surveys.

Strengths

• Contains 224 individual observations from 25 distinct species, providing a sample of local marine biodiversity.
• Records 8 specific behavior categories and maturity stages (adult/juvenile) for detailed ethological analysis.
• Includes 45 reference images captured from baited remote underwater video stations (BRUVS).

Limitations

• Small observation count (224 individuals) and limited temporal scope (4 days in May 2010) restrict longitudinal or population-level analysis.
• Data collection relies on video analysis which may have observer bias in species identification and behavior categorization.
• The dataset's primary format (Microsoft Access interface) may require specific tools for access and analysis.

Provenance

Source

Australian Ocean Data Network

Collection Method

Observations gathered using 5 baited remote underwater video stations (BRUVS) with subsequent video analysis.

Time Range

2010-05-10 to 2010-05-13

Freshness

Data is from 2010, with a metadata record last updated in March 2026.

Geography

Inshore Shoals, Rockingham Bay, Australia