Flora and Fauna
Eleven mangrove species are found in Roebuck Bay. The mangrove swamps that line the eastern and southern edges of the bay and extend into the tidal creeks are important nursery areas for marine fish and crustaceans, particularly prawns. Extensive seagrass beds across the bay are feeding grounds for Dugongs and Green Turtles. Other marine turtles and dolphins also regularly use the bay.
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