Raine Island

Raine Island is a small coral cay on the northern reaches of the Great Barrier Reef in Queensland, Australia, best known as a globally important nesting site for green sea turtles.

A remote, low-lying coral cay with substantial wildlife values rather than tourist facilities. The island supports large seabird colonies and the seasonal arrival of nesting green turtles that use the cay’s beaches.

The cay is a natural coral formation that has long been used by seabirds and marine turtles. In recent decades it has been the focus of conservation, monitoring and engineering work to protect nesting habitat and manage erosion.

Located on the northern Great Barrier Reef off the coast of Queensland, the island lies well offshore and is reached only by boat or authorised research and conservation vessels.

• Conservation importance: Recognised internationally as one of the world's most important nesting sites for green sea turtles, with large annual nesting aggregations.
• Access: Access to the cay is tightly managed for conservation and research, and visits are generally by specialist tour or research expedition rather than regular tourism services.