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Species of the Derwent

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A variety of unique communities of plants and animals live in the Derwent Estuary, specially adapted for life between land and sea. Little penguins, sea dragons, black swans, platypus and dolphins are just some of the many species that call the estuary home. Explore and learn about these organisms, their role in food webs, and the threats they face.

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  • Tasmanian blenny (Image: Julian Finn / Museums Victoria)
    Tasmanian blenny
  • Tasmanian native hen (Image: JJ Harrison)
    Tasmanian native hen
  • Tea tree (Image: Derwent Estuary Program)
    Tea tree
  • Tiger snake (Image: Ian W. Fieggen)
    Tiger snake
  • Toothbrush leatherjacket (Image: Sarah Speight)
    Toothbrush leatherjacket
  • Trout (Image: Public domain)
    Trout
  • Tube worm (Image: Mark Norman / Museums Victoria)
    Tube worm
  • Turban shell (Image: MAVRIC Staff / Museums Victoria)
    Turban shell
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    utaylor@derwentestuary.org.au

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