Biodiversity on the Reef

Biodiversity on the Reef

Conserving the Reef's biodiversity is not just desirable — it's essential.

Coral reefs are said to have the highest diversity of life in any ecosystem on the planet – even more than tropical rainforests. Occupying less than one percent of the ocean floor, coral reefs are home to more than 25% of our oceans’ marine life. You won’t believe how many creatures call the Great Barrier Reef home.

1625 species

600 types

215 species

133 varieties

30 species

630 species

1300 species

More than 3000 types

More than 100 species

6 out of the world's 7 species

40 species

950 species

500 species

More than 20 species

Around 2000 species

Around 720 species

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#From the United Nations

This year's International Day for Biological Diversity focuses on biodiversity as the foundation for our food and health and as a key catalyst to transforming food systems and improving human well-being. Join the conversation, take action, and be a catalyst for change! Below is a list of things that you can do to conserve and sustainably use biodiversity for your well-being:

  • Reduce your meat consumption
  • Eat and purchase seasonal foods
  • Buy local foods
  • Reduce your food waste
  • Compost your food scraps
  • Reduce food packaging by using reusable bags or reusing glass jars or containers
  • Avoid single-use plastics like plastic straws, coffee cups, plastic cutlery, take out containers or plastic water bottles
  • Promote local and indigenous biodiversity for food and nutrition