Great Barrier Reef, Australia

Postcard

One of Australia's most remarkable natural gifts, the Great Barrier Reef is blessed with the breathtaking beauty of the world’s largest coral reef. The Great Barrier Reef is one of the seven wonders of the natural world.

A closer encounter with the Great Barrier Reef's impressive coral gardens reveals many astounding underwater attractions including the world's largest collection of corals, coral sponges, mollusks, rays, dolphins, over 1500 species of tropical fish, more than 200 types of birds, around 20 types of reptiles including sea turtles and giant clams over 120 years old.

The marine park stretches over 1800 miles, almost parallel to the Queensland coast.

Stamp

From a set of five stamps about Australia's most popular native baby animals. The Dingo is Australia's native dog. But unlike other dogs it does not bark.