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A marine reserve off Byron Bay where the whitespotted wedgefish (Rhynchobatus australiae) gathers in good numbers during the austral summer, likely for breeding. Bowmouth guitarfish sightings are rare but documented. The site is also famous for leopard sharks and grey nurse sharks.

Shark Ray in Julian Rocks (Byron Bay, NSW, Australia)

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About This Spot

A marine reserve off Byron Bay where the whitespotted wedgefish (Rhynchobatus australiae) gathers in good numbers during the austral summer, likely for breeding. Bowmouth guitarfish sightings are rare but documented. The site is also famous for leopard sharks and grey nurse sharks.

Best Months to Visit

See Shark Ray in Julian Rocks (Byron Bay, NSW, Australia). Best months: January, February, March (up to 80% sighting chance). Diving. Plan your wildlife trip with Fauneya.

  • January: 80%
  • February: 80%
  • March: 75%
  • December: 75%
  • April: 65%
  • November: 65%

Practical Information

  • Location: Julian Rocks (Byron Bay, NSW, Australia)
  • Coordinates: -28.6100, 153.6300
  • Effort: day trip
  • Accessibility: Easy
  • Observation mode: Diving

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