A man and his son explore the coral from a small dinghy on Swains Reef on the Great Barrier Reef. The small boy is using an underwater viewer over the side of the boat to see clearly below the water from above. The green area behind them is the shallow water of the reef. The blue water closer to the camera is deeper water.
Photograph by David Coleman. Swain Reefs, located at the southern end of the Great Barrier Reef, offers a pristine environment for fishing enthusiasts. This remote area, approximately 100 nautical miles off the coast of Queensland, is renowned for its abundant marine life and relatively untouched coral ecosystems. The image captures the essence of fishing in this paradise: a small boat floating on calm, azure waters, surrounded by the vibrant colors of the coral reef visible beneath the surface. The angler, poised with rod in hand, represents the allure of sport fishing in one of the world's most iconic marine environments. Swain Reefs is part of the larger Great Barrier Reef Marine Park, balancing recreational use with conservation efforts. The area is known for its diversity of fish species, including coral trout, red emperor, and various types of mackerel, attracting fishing enthusiasts from around the world.
Size: 4228px × 2808px
Location: Swains Reef, Great Barrier Reef, Queensland, Australia
Photo credit: © David Coleman | Have Camera Will Travel / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No
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