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ReefHQ Breeding and Culture Programs

The Great Barrier Reef is one of the world's premier natural resources and a national icon. Threats to the Great Barrier Reef attract national and international concern. 

ReefHQ Aquarium aims to conduct it's activities in the most sustainable way, in order to help reduce pressures on the Great Barrier Reef, and also make a real contribution to coral reef research. This includes culturing plants and animals where possible to reduce the need for wild collections.


Coral Propagation

Shark Breeding
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Photo: Sascha Thyer
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Photo: GBRMPA
   
Sea Snakes

Shrimp Culture
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Photo: GBRMPA

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Photo: GBRMPA



Reef Fish Culture

Sea Horses
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Photo: Sascha Thyer

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Photo: GBRMPA



Cephalopod Culture

Echinoderm Culture
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Photo: Sascha Thyer

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Photo: Sascha Thyer

  • Coral Propagation

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