Thursday, 5 March 2009

Species found on the beach

Because of the diverse range of physical features on the beach it lends itself to a variety of habitats, housing many different species. The rocky shore at Chyandour is mainly dominated by mussels, with other species such as limpets and anenomies.

Physical Features

Pebble Beach

Sand Dunes



Sandy Shore


Rocky Shore

Beach Location








Mounts Bay lies on the south coast of Cornwall, stretching from Penzance to Marazion the beach curves around the coast, framing the beautiful St Micheals Mount.