| Leatherback turtles nest on four beaches on Tetepare Island, and on several beaches on neighbouring islands.
Visitors can spend a night on the beach in hopes of seeing these incredible creatures.
Photo: D. Kovac |
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| Bright reef fish seen while snorkeling from the Field Station
Photo: D. Argument |
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| Trained local guides take visitors to see the giant trees in the Tetepare Rainforest
Photo: K.Moseby |
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| Green Turtles are commonly seen feeding in the seagrass lagoons near the field station and eco-lodge
Photo: D. Argument |
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| Widescale logging of rainforest trees has caused widespread destruction of forests in the Solomon Islands
Photo: J.L.Read |
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| Determining hatching success of Leatherback turtle nests at Baniata Village.
Photo: K.Moseby |
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| Local villagers leave coconuts oon the beach in the sun to dry before harvesting the meat for Copra.
Photo: J.L.Read |
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| The Solomon Islands is a great place for kids, both locals and visitors love the laidback atmosphere and excellent hospitality
Photo: K.Moseby |
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| This custom built leaf house is made using all local materials in the traditional style. Sago palm leaves are used in the roofing and keep the hut dry and cool.
Photo: K.Moseby |
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| Widespread logging has left many rainforest areas degraded and has choked streams and reefs with silt. These logging roads are easily visible from the air.
Photo: J.L.Read |
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