As of today, out of season, returns ~March. Earth Exhibit tracks the live conditions and flags it the moment it is on.
Each year on parts of Ningaloo Reef multiple species of hard corals spawn together, releasing eggs and sperm into the water column during a narrow window of nights.
Spawning is synchronized to lunar phase, sea temperature and local conditions, producing short-lived pulses of gametes that fuel reef recruitment and plankton feeders.
Where to see it
A taste of where to see it. The full map, exact coordinates and the best timing for each spot live in the app.
| Viewing spots |
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| Coral Bay - Shore and House Reef |
| Tantabiddi Boat Launch - Ningaloo Offshore Sites |
| + 2 more spots, with exact coordinates and timing, in the app → |
This is the short version
This page shows a taste. The app has the full list of where to see this, the exact timing, and live conditions for 1,000+ natural phenomena worldwide, so you know the moment one is genuinely worth the trip.