Whale nursery found
The beautiful remote Kimberley islands and coastal reserve are the site of mining controversy. As expected there are vast reserves of oil and gas under the Kimberley sea, not surprising as the ancient landforms of the Kimberley and Pilbara are rich in fossils and mineral deposits.They are also rich in Aboriginal art sites and are home to a huge biodiversity. On the 12th of August the ABC reported the findings of a study from the Marine Science Institution which found an amazing nursery of Humpback Whales. This maternity ward of 607 whales is said to be the largest to have been found anywhere in the world. Camden Sound where the whales have been spotted must be one of the natural wonders of the world and is an indication that this region needs to be world heritage listed.
Read more about it here at the ABC
If you are interested in finding out more about the mining operations and their impact on this beautiful region have a look here.
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