Observation details

Overview

Estuary Merri River Estuary
Site Rutledges Cutting
Observation ID #15167
Date and Time Saturday 10th December 2022 11:20am
Approved Approved

Notes

Dead juvenile jellyfish? at waters edge, Masked Lapwings, Red Capped Plovers 2.

 

Jarred - cracking weather & great photos.  The jellyfish you've noted are commonly known as 'By the wind Sailors'.  We've seen huge numbers turned up as discussed at lunch afterwards.  Thanks! 

Mouth Observation

Mouth state Closed
Previous C C C C C C C C C
Flow Present? No
Previous N N N N N N N N N
Flow Direction N/A
Previous N N N N N N N N N
Above Sea Above Estuary
Berm Height (m) 0.9m 0.6m
Berm Length (m) 129.5m

Physical Condition

Current Mode
Wind Direction North-East
Beaufort Scale Gentle breeze
Sea State Slight

Water Levels and Tides

Water Level Start Finish
Height (m)
Time (hh:mm)
Tidal influence No
Tidal Range Time Height
High 12:53 0.700
Low 09:16 0.600

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