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In and around the Great Barrier Reef can be found:
* 1625 species of fish, including 1400 coral reef species
* More than 3000 species of molluscs (shells)
* 630 species of echinoderm (starfish, sea urchins)
* 14 species of sea snakes
* 215 species of birds including 22 species of seabirds and 32 species of shorebirds
* Six species of marine turtle (there are only 7 species in the world)
* 30 species of whales and dolphins
* one of the largest populations of dugong
* 133 species of sharks and rays
As well, there are an estimated 400 species of hard and soft corals, and at least 2195 known plant species.
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∙ 9y ago
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∙ 9y agoAccording to the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority, there are thousands of species that live on and around the Great Barrier Reef. They include:
- 1625 species of fish
- In excess of 3000 species of molluscs
- 630 species of echinoderm, which includes starfish and sea urchins
- 14 breeding species of sea snakes
- 215 species of birds including 22 species of seabirds and 32 species of shorebirds
- Six species of marine turtle (there are only seven altogether in the world)
- 30 species of whales and dolphins
- dugong
- 133 species of sharks and rays
- Around 950 species of Bryzoansm tiny animals that form coral-like colonies and are often confused with corals
- Approximately 500 species of worms
- It is believed there are five or more species of marine Spiders and more than 20 species of marine insects
- Plankton: a major food source for a number of species
- About 720 species of Ascidians/Tunicates, also known as sea squirts
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∙ 10y agoIn and around the Great Barrier Reef can be found:
- 1625 species of fish, including 1400 coral reef species
- More than 3000 species of molluscs (shells)
- 630 species of echinoderm (starfish, sea urchins)
- 14 species of sea snakes
- 215 species of birds including 22 species of seabirds and 32 species of shorebirds
- Six species of marine turtle (there are only 7 species in the world)
- 30 species of whales and dolphins
- dugong
- 133 species of sharks and rays
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∙ 14y agoapproximately more than 2 million people have visited each year. About 20 people have settled down for a while.
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How many species are threatened by the Great Barrier Reef?
The Great Barrier Reef poses no threat to any species. It is the species that already live within the waters of the Great Barrier Reef that are under threat from external sources.
Do jellyfish live in the Great Barrier Reef?
Yes. Many species of jellyfish live in the Great Barrier Reef.
How many species of fish live in the Great Barrier Reef?
According to the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority, there are about 1625 species of fish that live in and around the Great Barrier Reef, not including the shark species. Of these, 1400 are coral reef species. In addition, there are over 3000 species of molluscs, 630 species of echinoderm such as starfish and sea urchins, 14 known species of sea snakes, 30 species of whales and dolphins, dugongs and 133 species of sharks and rays.
How many species of birds live on the Great Barrier Reef?
There are around 215 species of birds found around the Great Barrier Reef. Of these, between 22 and 29 are seabirds.
Do hermit crabs live on the Great Barrier Reef?
Yes, many species of crabs live in the Great Barrier Reef.
Why is Australia concerned about the protection of the Great Barrier Reef?
The Great Barrier Reef, like any biome, supplies a unique niche for certain marine animals and plants. Slow destruction of the reef through pollution is resulting in the loss of numerous species. In caring for the Great Barrier Reef, one is helping to protect and preserve these species for future generations.
Is the Great Barrier Reef the longest organism?
No the Great Barrier Reef is not an organism, it is a collection of many organisms.
How many sea snails are in the great barrier reef?
there are between 5000 and 8000 species of sea snails
How many types of coral are in the New Caledonia Barrier Reef?
Coral has been around for millions of years there are more thah thousnads of types some are still undiscovered(scientists claim)
How people go to the Great Barrier Reef in a year?
how many people go to the great barrier reef in a year
Can you find shrimp in the Great Barrier Reef?
Yes, many types of shrimp live on the great barrier reef.
What marine mammals live in the Great Barrier Reef?
There are a great many different animals that live in the Great Barrier Reef. They include:1625 species of fish, including 1400 coral reef speciesMore than 3000 species of molluscs (shells)630 species of echinoderm (starfish, sea urchins)14 breeding species of sea snakes215 species of birds including 22 species of seabirds and 32 species of shorebirdsSix species of marine turtleMarine mammals such as 30 species of whales and dolphins, as well as a sizable dugong population133 species of sharks and rayscrabs urchins an creepy crawlys and loads of fish
