Did you know that coral is an animal that spawns about 5 days after the full moon in Sep/Oct - an event that may be viewed from the Space Station?
(I have no underwater pictures.)
We snorkeled and dove in these lagoons. Awesome.
Bob and
Joyce Australian Adventure
May 22 - June 8, 2003
Great
Barrier Reef
Queensland (Qld)
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The reefHQ is the aquarium in Townsville. We got a quick
introduction to the Great Barrier Reef. Did you know that coral is an animal that spawns about 5 days after the full moon in Sep/Oct - an event that may be viewed from the Space Station? |
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These pictures were taken at the Reef HQ. They are similar to what we saw diving and snorkeling. |
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These pictures were taken at the Reef HQ. They are similar to what we saw diving and snorkeling. The actual Great Barrier Reef has several thousand miles of coral fields with much more variety, color, and fish. |
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The Coral Princess II |
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Pelorus Island |
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The Great Barrier Reef above the water is ordinary. The
beauty is mostly under the surface.
(I have no underwater pictures.) We snorkeled and dove in these lagoons. Awesome. |
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Video of Wally. This large fish gets fed whenever the boat shows up. Makes for great videos underwater. |
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Dunk Island, a resort on the reef easily accessible by air or boat. |
© Copyright 2003 Robert E. Graf