Planula Divers Retreat, Byron Bay

A large school of Cownose Rays passed Julian Rocks. Some massive Kingfish swimming around also. Leopard Sharks made some appearances. These remoras do like to be in the way (see photo on the left). A Manta Ray on Monday. Three Blind Sharks were sharing a (very small) space under a ledge with two Wobbegongs: a [...]

More Leopard Sharks! Keep them coming… A large school of Pearl Perch was seen at Julian Rock, a rare sight. See photo on the left. One group of divers found a large Loggerhead Turtle whose carapace was split at the back.Fortunately no damage to the rest of its body was evident. And it could have been [...]

Groups of 5 Leopard Sharks were present at the beginning of the week. They all seemed annoyed by the remoras stuck to them. One Leopard Shark was caught “blinking” at the camera. Large Eagle Rays were around, a numbray was spotted. Also a large Bull ray on Monday. Weather At the beginning of the week there were [...]

Leopard sharks seem to have finally arrived in Byron Bay. A bit late for these animals that we see normally all through summer. Wobbegongs, Leatherjackets, moray eels, Lionfish, and the friendliest Loggerhead Turtle Weather Sunny and warm. Some clouds and a bit of rain during the nights. Cool southerly breezes. Sea The Bay was calm all week. Water temperature 25°C Visibility 15 – [...]