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This artificial reef teems with life — pot-bellied seahorses, smooth stingrays, colourful sponges, and multiple octopus species (including blue-ringed and Maori octopus) reside among the encrusted pylons and purpose-built octopus hides. The trail features interpretive underwater photo signs, making it an educational adventure for all skill levels. 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