Andros, Bahamas Barrier Reef

Coral barrier reef is the third largest in the world. These extend the distance of 142 miles along the east coast of Andros Island. It separates Andros from the tongue of the sea two thousand-foot drop-off point in the sea. Barrier reef is about one half mile from the beach. Some of the most diverse marine creatures can be seen here. Not only the beautiful cliffs, are very sensitive to environmental conditions. Water temperature should remain around 74 degrees for the coral to survive.

Coral reefs throughout consisting of heads, and to demonstrate biodiversity in coral barrier, a study done to see what was found in ten foot diameter coral head. The following is a list of fish and coral reefs found in the head.