Ruddy Turnstone

Arenaria interpres

Breeds in the northern climates of the Arctic. Can be seen on the foreshore in shallow intertidal waters ‘bulldozing’ shells and coral debris with it’s bill foraging for crustaceans and molluscs.

Our Favourite Wildlife Encounters

See turtles, manta rays, starfish and an array of marine life.

More Wildlife ➔

Dangerous
Cone Shells
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Humpback Whale
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Green Sea Turtle
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Manta Ray
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Take Only Memories, Leave Only Footprints

The taking of coral, shells or anything physical from the island or lagoon is prohibited!

Please only take photos and memories, leaving only footprints.

Visit our gift shop for physical memories and gifts.

We at 1770 Reef Eco Tours wish to acknowledge The Traditional Owners and custodians of the land and sea on which we meet and travel on today.
We recognise their connection to Country and the role in which they care for and continue to maintain Country over thousands of years.
May their strength and wisdom be with us today.

Ruddy Turnstone

Our Favourite Wildlife Encounters

Cone Shells

Humpback Whale

Green Sea Turtle

Manta Ray