Mar 11, 2025 · Ever wondered what it’s like to swim alongside some of the ocean’s most colorful characters? The Great Barrier Reef is home to thousands of unusual creatures, from tiny …

The Great Barrier Reef Marine Authority estimates that there are: 1625 species of fish; 215 species of birds ; 6 of the 7 marine turtles are found here ; 133 species of sharks and rays ; 30 …

The Great Eight are the Great Barrier Reef’s living icons. They range from mammals to fish, reptiles to molluscs. Book a Whale Watching tour, dive with sharks, swim with turtles and rays …

Sep 14, 2012 · Six species of sea turtles — the green sea turtle, leatherback sea turtle, hawksbill turtle, loggerhead sea turtle, flatback turtle, and the olive ridley — come to the reef to breed....

Aug 7, 2024 · The Great Barrier Reef is home to more than 8,105 species of marine animals, including over 1,625 species of fish and 360 types of coral. It is also home to a variety of other …

Plants and animals of all different shapes and sizes can be found on the Great Barrier Reef. More than 1,600 species of fish live in its waters, as well as 133 species of shark and rays, 30 …

Jun 27, 2016 · There are a lot of animals living on the Great Barrier Reef—and they’ve all got their own job to do. The Great Barrier Reef is the largest living structure on Earth. It provides habitat …

While there is a lot known about some animals that make the Reef home, vast amounts of information and species are yet to be discovered. The Great Barrier Reef is home to a …

There are around 80 different species of mangrove around the world, half of which are present along the coastline of Australia. While not many different plants can grow underneath the …

Witnessing these magnificent marine animals in the wild brings feelings of absolute awe. Read on to discover more about the reef’s Great Eight, including where to find them. 1. Clownfish. Did …

Jan 8, 2025 · Discover the intricate biodiversity of the Great Barrier Reef, highlighting its diverse marine life and complex ecological interactions. The Great Barrier Reef, one of the most …

From deep-sea black corals older than the pyramids, to the elusive and strikingly beautiful masked angelfish (Genicanthus personatus), found only in remote, deep reefs of Hawaii. …

Our Reef’s animals and plants. The Great Barrier Reef is a refuge for many species of conservation concern. Its ecosystems provide habitats for nearly 9000 species. The …

Feb 19, 2025 · Reef-building Corals: master architects Coral polyps are among the greatest builders on our planet. From the tropics to the Arctic, these tiny creatures spend thousands of …

Feb 25, 2025 · Stretching 1,000 km along the coasts of Belize, Guatemala, Honduras and Mexico, the Mesoamerican Reef is an ecological marvel. The largest barrier reef in the Western …

Apr 15, 2024 · The Great Barrier Reef and other reefs are bleaching due to climate change. This reef in Cambodia, however, is erupting with new life. Scientists have declared a mass global …

Feb 21, 2025 · Sponges are among the oldest animals on Earth, dating back at least 600 million years. Comprising thousands of species, some with lifespans of up to 10,000 years, they are a …

Mar 6, 2025 · Belize Barrier Reef. The Great Blue Hole is part of the larger Belize Barrier Reef, the second-largest barrier reef system in the world. Explore the nearby atolls, such as …