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The staghorn coral cover here is nearly solid, creating a dense, vibrant underwater garden that rivals outer Great Barrier Reef sites. Large coral pinnacles — the site's namesake — tower up from the sandy floor, funneling schools of colourful reef fish around snorkelers. Manta rays are frequent visitors during the cooler months, gliding gracefully through the clear waters. 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