Dolphin Rock Aboriginal engraving

Summary: Aboriginal rock engraving of a large dolphin (3m in length) below the Challenger Track.

  • Art type/s: Rock engraving
  • Number of motifs: 1
  • Motif/s: Dolphin
  • Quality: 4/5
  • Condition of site: Good
  • Year first recorded: 1987

This large Aboriginal engraving dolphin, which is about three metres in length, was first recorded in 1987.

montage1 stitch LR Dolphin Rock Aboriginal engraving

It is the only carving on the large rock platform, which is between the Challenger Track and America Bay Track.

AWAT9387 LR Dolphin Rock Aboriginal engraving

Most of the Aboriginal carving is still fairly distinct.

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