New Caledonia Barrier Reef
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New Caledonia's marine waters harbour the second longest double barrier reef in the world, which reaches a length of 1,500 kilometers or 930 miles. It is located around New Caledonia's largest island, Grande Terra.
You will need to fly to Australia and then ride a boat to the Barrier Reef.
You have to stay on Australia and ride out every time to see the Barrier Reef. The islands are too small to live on.
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Aquatic Life
New Caledonia’s coral reefs aquatic life ranges from Pearly Nautilus to Red Spiky Soft Coral. Over 600 species of sponges, 5,500 species of mollusks, 5,000 species of crustaceans, and over 350 species of algae are home to the New Caledonia Barrier reef.