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Beach Tidal Pool Survey

Visit tide pools at low tide and count the creatures you find.

60 min (must go at low tide) Easy

📋 What You'll Need

  • •A tide chart (free app or online)
  • •Notebook and pencil
  • •Phone for photos
  • •Magnifying glass (optional)

👣 Step by Step

🔍 What to Observe

  • •Which pool had the most species?
  • •Did bigger pools hold bigger animals?
  • •What happened when you stayed still — did creatures come out?

💡 Tips & Safety

  • •Always go at low tide — tide pools only appear when the water recedes.
  • •Step gently — don't crush creatures or coral.
  • •Return any creature you pick up to the same spot, gently.