Fun facts about Australia: The Great Barrier Reef.
The Great Barrier Reef hosts approximately 1500 species of fish, along with 400 types of coral, 4000 varieties of clams and other molluscs, 800 echinoderms such as sea cucumbers, 500 different seaweed species, 200 bird varieties, 1500 types of sponges, and 6 species of turtles.
Fun facts about Australia: Souvenirs.
If you are inclined to do more than just bask in the sun during your travels, there are numerous ways to positively impact the environment.
Situated just outside Atherton near Cairns, the Tolga Bat Hospital is continuously seeking volunteers to assist in caring for the many bats they rescue, rehabilitate, and release each year.
The adorable winged creatures may require tasks such as feeding the ‘bubs’ or caring for orphaned flying foxes.
Fun facts about Australia: Yellow Gold.
Tasmania’s Huon Pine, known for its rich golden color, rot-resistant oils, and fine grain, ranks among the slowest-growing and longest-living trees in existence.
It can take individuals about 2000 years to reach a height of 30m, with a lifespan of up to 3000 years.
Fun facts about Australia: Doo Town.
No one is quite certain how it all began, yet the quirky assortment of fishing shacks in Doo Town all feature the word “Doo” in their names.
You can find the cheeky “Doo Me”, the approving “We Doo”, the Beatles-inspired “Love Me Doo”, and the wistful “Doo Write”.
Indeed, us Aussies have a peculiar sense of humor.