Discover the Splendor of the Great Barrier Reef
The Great Barrier Reef, located off the coast of Queensland, Australia, is the world's largest coral reef system, comprising over 2,900 individual reefs and 900 islands. This natural wonder supports a diverse ecosystem and is a popular destination for tourists seeking unique marine experiences. However, the reef faces environmental threats such as climate change, overfishing, and habitat destruction. Experience the beauty of the Great Barrier Reef through snorkeling, scuba diving, or helicopter tours, and learn about its cultural significance to Aboriginal Australian and Torres Strait Islanders.
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By: Samantha Gallen Emily Passion Marla Pelep Sharon Venessa Kiluwe
worlds largest coral reef system composed of over 2,900 individual reefs includes 900 islands stretching over 2,600km the reef is located off the coast of Queen land in the Northeast Australia the reef can be seen from outer space Also the world s biggest single structure made by living organisms
a large part of the reef is protected by the Great Reef Marine park has long been known to and used be the *Aboriginal Australian and* Torres Strait Islanders important part of local group s cultures and spirituality popular destination for the tourists* Whitsunday Islands and* Cairns regions the great barrier reef supports a diversity of life, including many *vulnerable or *endangered species, some of which maybe *endemic to the reef system.
The weather is tropical fairly(sunny) the summer temperatures range from 73 to 91 degrees the winter months range from upper 50s to mid 70s the rainy season occurs from November to May
Best ways to experience the natural wonder A spectacular experience is to have an up close and personnel encounter through either a snorkeling or scuba diving expedition. Live Boards which are floating guest facilities provide an opportunity for visitors to experience the reef up close for extended periods also selecting from a variety of boat or cruise tours that include single day trips an helicopter tour is also an excellent way to get above the Natural Wonder and witness the size and expanse of the Marine Park
Environmental Threats to the Great Barrier Reef(-) sea temperature/ bleaching of the reef climate changing fishing like overfishing of keystone species shipping accidents like oil spills, habitat destruction anchoring and nets tropical cyclones
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