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Quicksilver Reef Brief - Weather Conditions

DATE

THURS 24th DEC

FRI 25th DEC

SAT 26th DEC

WINDS

E/SE 10-15 knots

SE/E 10-15 knots

Variable 5-10 knots

TIDE

Low 1.58m @ 7.40am
High 1.98m @ 3.27pm

Low 1.58m @ 10.20am
High 1.97m @ 4.21pm

Low 1.51m @ 11.26am
High 1.98m @ 5.01pm

REMARKS

Sea stars are the most common echinoderms on the reef and they come in all shapes and sizes.

Sea stars have an amazing water-vascular system with water filled tubes ending in numerous finger-like projections (tube feet) that stick out through the skin.

Sea stars feed on a variety of foods ranging from algae and detritus, to living coral polyps.

WATER TEMP

28C - 82F

VISIBILITY:

AT AGINCOURT

14m

AT NORMAN

12m

We receive an updated weather report directly from our crew living at Agincourt Reef at 7.30am each morning. Please call for further information, such as cloud cover, as often weather conditions will be different at the reef to the mainland.

Fish and Colour
One of the most important reasons is communication. With most fish lacking any form of vocalization, the only way to communicate is by sight. This is very important at breeding time and camouflage is another important aspect which makes them less vulnerable to predators and also helps them blend into the coral environment.

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