Up to 90% of the species found in Australia's south west marine environment are found nowhere else on Earth.
There is a far greater level of unique marine life here than on the Great Barrier Reef. Almost every week new species are being discovered - it is a truly extraordinary region.
Despite this, however, less than 1% of the 1.3 million square kilometers in the south west region is protected from threats.
The Australian Marine Conservation Society is part of an unprecedented alliance of Australian and international conservation groups that have come together to ensure this incredibly unique area receives protection in a network of large marine sanctuaries.
Visit the Save Our Marine Life joint website here.
Watch 'A Tour of Australia's Southwest Marine Region'
Take Action
Send a letter to your local MP and ask them to support the protection of Australia's unique and amazing marine life by clicking here.
