Life on the Reef

Episode 3

The human and animal residents of the reef prepare as a category five cyclone brings destruction to the North Queensland coast. But as cyclone season finally gives way to calm seas of the dry, the reef begins to recover and thrive. From the mangroves to the coral cays reef fish populations flourish, and mysterious dwarf minke whales arrive to enjoy the warm tropical waters.

Episode 3

55m 10s

The human and animal residents of the reef prepare as a category five cyclone brings destruction to the North Queensland coast. But as cyclone season finally gives way to calm seas of the dry, the reef begins to recover and thrive. From the mangroves to the coral cays reef fish populations flourish, and mysterious dwarf minke whales arrive to enjoy the warm tropical waters.

Previews + Extras

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    Episode 3 Preview

    S1 E3 - 30s

    The human and animal residents of the reef prepare as a category five cyclone brings destruction to the North Queensland coast. But as cyclone season finally gives way to calm seas, the reef begins to recover and thrive.

  • The Reef at Night: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    The Reef at Night

    S1 E3 - 48s

    Many bright colors and patterns appear on the reef at night. Take a peek at some of these crazy creatures.

  • The Great Escape: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    The Great Escape

    S1 E3 - 1m 8s

    Turtles are hatching on Raine Island. Watch as one adorable baby turtle is captured by a ghost crab and fights for its life.

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