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Snorkelling with Spider Crabs

Spider crabs are an amazing, unique phenomena that occur right here in Port Phillip Bay.

My names Heath, I’m 13 and earlier this year we travelled down near Rye to see them for the first time. It was absolutely freezing but it was one of the best things I have ever done!

They come into the shallows in a big group or aggregations to moult once a year between March and July. Being together in this big group helps to protect them from natural predators while their new skin hardens into a bigger shell.

But there’s a small problem, that they aren’t well protected when they’re at their most vulnerable. A group called spider crab alliance and other passionate individuals are asking for a no-take season during this time. There is plenty we can do to protect them and the easiest is to jump online and sign the petition. #save our spider crabs.

We are fortunate to have this in our backyard and I encourage everyone to get out there and enjoy Nature and everything she has to offer.

  • Heath Corry
    Director
    Co-founder of 'Mega mini movie masters'
  • Heath Corry
    Producer
    Co-founder of 'Mega mini movie masters'
  • Heath Corry, Ashton Corry, Kevin Corry, Melbourne Corry
    Key Cast
  • Project Type:
    Short, Student
  • Genres:
    Documentry, teen vid, short film, caring for nature, together in nature
  • Runtime:
    3 minutes 17 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    September 13, 2020
  • Production Budget:
    0 AUD
  • Country of Origin:
    Australia
  • Country of Filming:
    Australia
  • Language:
    English
  • Shooting Format:
    Digital action camera- Gopro
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    No
  • Student Project:
    No
Distribution Information
  • Youtube
    Distributor
    Country: Worldwide
    Rights: Internet
Director Biography - Heath Corry

My names Heath Corry and I'm 13. I have made lots of homemade movies and got started about 5 years ago through 'Altona Beach Film Festival'. I won People's Choice for my entry 'Wave Wars', a movie about the impact of rubbish pollution. I am also the co-founder with my mates of the youtube channel 'Mega Mini Movie Masters'.

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Director Statement

I enjoy making movies about my adventures and also with my friends. It's a great way to share stories and get creative!