Great Australian Bight facts for kids
The Great Australian Bight is a huge bay on the southern coast of Australia. It's like a giant curve in the coastline. This large open bay stretches for about 1,160 kilometers (720 miles). It goes from Cape Pasley in Western Australia to Cape Carnot in South Australia.
Most people in Australia call the ocean connected to the Bight the Southern Ocean. Some also call it the Indian Ocean. Along this long coastline, there are a few towns. The main ones with services and access to the Bight are Ceduna and Eucla. Other places along the Eyre Highway or on the Nullarbor are harder to reach.
Nature and Wildlife
The coastline of the Great Australian Bight is very interesting. It has tall cliffs that can be up to 60 meters (200 feet) high. There are also sandy beaches perfect for surfing and rocky areas. These spots are great for watching whales.
The Great Australian Bight is like a marine desert. It doesn't get much fresh water or nutrients from rivers. This means it's not as rich in plant life as some other ocean areas. However, it is well-known for its amazing wildlife. Many different types of sharks live in its waters. You can also see a growing number of Southern Right Whales. These large whales migrate to the area every year.
One special place on the Bight is the Eyre Bird Observatory. This observatory helps people learn about the birds and nature along this unique coastline.
Images for kids
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Great Australian Bight Marine Park, 2007
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Great Australian Bight 2015
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Cliff overlooking Commonwealth Marine Reserve
See also
In Spanish: Gran Bahía Australiana para niños
