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Quicksilver Reef Brief - Weather Conditions

DATE

WED 21st JULY

THURS 22nd JULY

FRI 23rd JULY

WINDS

SE 20-25 knots

SE 20-30 knots

TIDE

High 1.87m @ 6.03am
Low 0.59m @ 12.17pm

High 1.90m @ 6.50am
Low 0.50m @ 12.59pm

High 1.94m @ 7.29am
Low 0.45m @ 1.35pm

REMARKS

As it's name suggests the flatback turtle has a distinctive low-domed carapace that is upturned at the edges.

Flatbacks are the only species of sea turtle that is endemic to Australia.

They are found in shallow coastal waters where they feed on a variety of crustaceans, molluscs, jellyfish and algae.

WATER TEMP

25C - 77F

VISIBILITY:

AT AGINCOURT

14m

AT NORMAN

16m

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.

How Do Fish Communicate
The colour of fish is one of the main forms of communication. With most fish lacking any form of vocalisation, the only way to communicate is by sight. This is very important at breeding time and camouflage is another aspect which makes them less vulnerable to predators and also helps them blend into the corals.

Low Isles, Great Barrier Reef Island

Sail on Wavedancer to an idyllic island. Snorkel, view turtles, explore the island with a marine biologist or just relax under a thatched umbrella.

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