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Fantastic Diving Spots Down Under
by Kristina Jeffreys
http://www.uwdiving.com
Whether you're an amateur diver, or an experienced one
looking for a new challenge, you'll want to visit Australia
so that you can dive along the Great Barrier Reef. The
Barrier Reef is 1,250 miles long and stretches from New
Guinea to Queensland. Diving in this area of the world is an
experience that you won't forget since it's filled with the
wonder of natural elements combined with some of the most
amazing sea creatures of the world.
The Great Barrier Reef is made up of over 2,000 individual
smaller reefs. Islands made of coral are dotted throughout
the reef, creating a wonderful spectacle of color and light
throughout the ocean.
The water is warm and you will literally swim with the
fishes when you dive along the Great Barrier Reef. Don't
forget an underwater camera to record all the wonders that
you see.
Australia offers many diving opportunities and a wide
variety of places to choose from. When on a dive holiday, it
is better to be forearmed with information so as to get the
diving experience that you want.
Pixie Pinnacle is amongst the most popular diving places in
Australia. Pixie Pinnacle is located near Lizard Island and
comprises of a large coral that is over ninety feet in
height. Some of the sea creatures that you wil see on this
dive include clownfish, rabbitfish, lionfish, nudibranches,
and honfish. While on this dive you can also see the Coral
Sea just beyond the Barrier Reef.
Another well known diving spot in Australia is Cod Hole,
which can also be found near Lizard Island. Sea animals
common to this area are the moray eel, the Napoleon wrasse,
and large groups of cod.
If you want a slightly more active area, consider diving at
Yongala Wreck. Head south 200 miles from Cod Hole and
you'll discover some of the thickest coral in the Great
Barrier Reef. It provides hiding spots for eagle rays,
jacks, flowery cod, and the barramundi cod. With luck
you'll run into some sea turtles as well.
Remember to follow safety practices and the marine rules
governing diving in the Great Barrier Reef. It is so
important to remember that the reef is a living animal
because it's composed of coral. Treat it with respect at
all times. Be especially aware of displacing sand when
using your fins. Sand will harm the sea animals as well as
the coral.
Another important point to remember is not to feed the
animals you run
into on your dives. We tend to think of fish as
unintelligent, but they can form habits of expecting food
any time they see a diver. Soon they will become aggressive
toward all divers. As far as souvenirs from the water, take
plenty of pictures. Don't ruin the environment by removing
any coral, rocks, or shells.
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