Mali Losinj
Explore LošinjLošinj is an island of Croatia, which lies in the North Adriatic Sea. It is well kno
Explore Lošinj
Lošinj is an island of Croatia, which lies in the North Adriatic Sea. It is well known due to its luscious greenery and spectacular collection of bays. The two main cities that visitors stay in are Mali Lošinj and Veli Lošinj and this is also where the dive centres are located. These dive centres offer dive courses and guided dives for certified divers to go and visit the many dive sites here. One of the main spectacles here includes the Lošinj Historical Underwater Park, the many caves, walls and other rock formations, and the high density of marine life. The dive sites have many different depths so divers of all levels can visit them.
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Diving in Lošinj
There is an array of diving possibilities in the waters around Lošinj Island. Divers can choose to either get onboard a liveaboard, or they can visit the local dive centres. One of the main attractions here is the Lošinj Historical Underwater Park where divers can admire some historical artefacts and statues. The natural underwater world is also fantastic here, with a great selection of rock formations such as caves and walls, there are shallow dive sites for dive courses and to spot macro life, and flourishing marine life all over the place. Night dives are also popular here.
Top Wildlife Sightings in Lošinj
One of the highlights of diving in Croatia is the high density of marine life which are lit up by the sun penetrating the clear waters. The marine flora includes species such as Gorgonians, Soft Corals, Hard Corals, Sea Fans, Sea Sponges and Anemones. The species inhabiting these healthy reefs including colourful Nudibranchs, Lobsters, Moray Eels, Octopus and more. Some of the fish which fill these waters include Jacks, Black Damselfish, Bream, Rainbow Wrasse and Sardines. This may not be the place for large species, but it is the place for many species.
Wildlife Sightings are Based on User Generated Content
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Total number of species: 300
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Octopus
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Total number of species: 200
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Moray Eel
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Total number of species: 250
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Scorpionfish
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Total number of species: 7000
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Crab
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Total number of species: 60
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Spiny Lobster
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Total number of species: 125
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Gurnards
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Total number of species: 190
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Conger Eel
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Total number of species: 250
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Grouper/Basslets
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Total number of species: 3000
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Nudibranch
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The best Months to Dive in Lošinj
Diving in Croatia and in the Adriatic Sea is possible year round. The waters, however, are the warmest in the summer between June and September, in these months, the waters are also the calmest. In the winter, the water temperatures range between 15°C and 19°C, while in the summer they go up to 25°C. The visibility is above average, between 10 and 30 metres, leaning mostly towards 30 metres.
