absence, African lions were reintroduced to iSimangaliso. There are large outcroppings of underwater reefs which are home to brightly coloured fish and corals. Some of the most spectacular coral diversity in the world is located in Sodwana Bay. The reefs are inhabited by colour-changing octopuses and squid ready to ambush unsuspecting prey. Occasionally gigantic whale sharks can be seen gliding through the water, mouth agape to scoop up tiny plankton. Twenty-four species of bivalve molluscs are recorded in St. Lucia Lake, which constitutes a considerable portion of the park. See also List of World Heritage Sites in Africa Protected areas of South Africa Notes References External links St Lucia Official site of iSimangaliso Wetland Park St. Lucia South Africa Website Lake St. Lucia World Heritage Sites in South Africa Umfolozi River 1895 in South Africa Ezemvelo KZN Wildlife Parks Ramsar sites in South Africa