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Explore Northern South Malé

Nestled in the heart of the Maldives, Northern South Malé offers an unforgettable diving experience that captivates enthusiasts with its diverse marine life and stunning underwater landscapes. Known for its vibrant coral reefs, the area boasts an incredible assortment of marine creatures, including unicornfish, soldierfish, and various turtle species. The Vadhoo Caves, a unique chain of caverns, provide a calmer diving environment away from the powerful currents typical of this region, making it a must-visit for divers seeking to explore intricate underwater formations. While the Vadhoo Caves offer a gentler experience, the surrounding waters present exhilarating challenges for the more seasoned diver. The dynamic currents in the area attract larger pelagic species such as reef sharks, eagle rays, and tuna, providing thrilling encounters. Diving in Northern South Malé can be approached in multiple styles, including shore dives and boat excursions, or for those seeking an immersive experience, liveaboard trips. The combination of serene and exhilarating dives ensures that every visitor leaves with unforgettable memories and a deeper appreciation for this aquatic paradise.

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Diving in Northern South Malé

Northern South Malé Atoll offers a captivating array of dive sites renowned for their diverse marine experiences. One of the top attractions is the "Maldive Victory" wreck, a bustling habitat for coral and marine life. This shipwreck dive is a must-see for enthusiasts eager to explore history beneath the waves.

For shore dives, "Kuda Giri Wreck" stands out, offering easy access to vibrant coral gardens and abundant fish species. Night dives in this region reveal bioluminescent wonders and nocturnal marine behaviors, providing a magical underwater spectacle. Dive travelers can choose between convenient shore dives and the comprehensive exploration opportunities of liveaboard trips, ensuring a balanced and unforgettable diving adventure.

Dive Centers

DivePoint Hudhuran Fushi

DivePoint Hudhuran Fushi

H. Crest Finifenmaa Goalhi, 200015 Male, Henveyru, Maldives
Other Divers @Dhiffushi

Other Divers @Dhiffushi

Finivaa Magu, 08030 Dhiffushi, Maldives
Maldivers Dhiffushi

Maldivers Dhiffushi

Faruma, Dhiffushi, Maldives
Amphibuzz Dive

Amphibuzz Dive

Amphibuzz Dive, Male’, Maldives

Other Divers @Huraa

Nikagass Magu, 08050 Huraa, Maldives

Getaway Divers Maldives

Sanoara, 08030 K. Dhiffushi, Maldives

Dive Sites

DivePoint Hudhuran Fushi, 20193 Male
Aquarium / Lhohifushi Corner (★4.6)

Aquarium / Lhohifushi Corner (★4.6)

This dive site is located right next to the island. The long reef ends into a corner of the canal. Here you can see several highlights. A very nice dive site for beginners as well as experienced divers.
DivePoint Hudhuran Fushi, 20193 Male
HP Reef / Rainbow Reef (★4.5)

HP Reef / Rainbow Reef (★4.5)

One of the most colorful dive sites in North Male Atoll. On the south side of Girifushi island with abundant fish life and very nice soft corals, there are numerous blue soft corals and a swim through. The current can be strong!
DivePoint Hudhuran Fushi, 20193 Male
West Rock (Wreck) (★4.4)

West Rock (Wreck) (★4.4)

West Rock is home to a small wreck that is easy to dive, which lies upright in a small bay at a depth of about 26m. Parts of the hold can be explored. The superstructure and the mast come down to 10m.
DivePoint Hudhuran Fushi, 20193 Male
Nassimo Thila (★4.2)

Nassimo Thila (★4.2)

Probably one of the best Thilas in the whole North Male area. There are several pinnacles on the north of the Thila, where the main fish are, along with beautiful coral formations and sea fans. Wonderful dive for experienced divers due to the strong current.
DivePoint Hudhuran Fushi, 20193 Male
Okobe Thila (★4.3)

Okobe Thila (★4.3)

This amazing reef are 3 blocks. The biggest begins in the south between 80-100m long and it's full of corals, it would be nice we can start here. In the east we have another wonderful block a bit similar to east block Maya Thila covert full with corals. In the north is the smallest block. AOW or higher
DivePoint Hudhuran Fushi, 20193 Male
Sunlight Thila (★4.2)

Sunlight Thila (★4.2)

Sunlight Thila is a formation of two small reefs that attract giant manta rays between March and October. Between the reefs lies a 60-meter long sandy bottom boasting small coral formations with plenty of cleaner wrasses.
DivePoint Hudhuran Fushi, 20193 Male
Himmafushi Corner (★4.4)

Himmafushi Corner (★4.4)

Himmafushi Corner is a drift dive, best suited for divers with a lot of experience as this dive is deep and can have strong currents. The corner slopes from 5 to 30m and after that comes to a small drop off to 45/50m. This dive should only be conducted during the incoming current.
DivePoint Hudhuran Fushi, 20193 Male
Karens Block (★4.8)

Karens Block (★4.8)

Really nice drift dive on a sloping wall and blocks in the more sloping area full of soft corals and marine life. It starts at 4 to 5 meters and goes down to 30+ meters and is one side of a channel. You can expect current but not too strong.
DivePoint Hudhuran Fushi, 20193 Male
Back Kani (★4.7)

Back Kani (★4.7)

Easy but always nice dive. The top of the reef drops down from 7m to 30/35m and then runs into the sand. Depending on the current, you simply dive the right or left shoulder. With a little luck, this dive site offers everything that makes diving exciting!
DivePoint Hudhuran Fushi, 20193 Male
Lohis (★4.4)

Lohis (★4.4)

This drift dive is a slope from 5 to 25m. Some big blocks are on the way. There you will find big turtles and sharks passing by. On top of the reef, you see parrotfish, napoleon, morays, and eagle rays.
DivePoint Hudhuran Fushi, 20193 Male
Kani Thila (★4.6)

Kani Thila (★4.6)

Kani Thila is about 400m from Kani inside and should only be dived by experienced divers. It is already very deep and you must always keep an eye on the air supply. There are overhangs with black coral bushes and on the reef top there are bubble anemones.
DivePoint Hudhuran Fushi, 20193 Male
Huraa Etere (★4.4)

Huraa Etere (★4.4)

An easy dive site which is ideal for open water dives 3 and 4 OWD, but also offers nice macro stuff. You can find them at the mini wreck or the cargo that lies around the hull on the ground (16-19m). A little further out west (20m) we find a small thila.
DivePoint Hudhuran Fushi, 20193 Male
Kani Corner (★4.4)

Kani Corner (★4.4)

Kani Corner is basically a slope that goes to 25 - 30 m in a sandy bottom. There are some big blocks this deep and at the right time, mantas visit the blocks or pass by the top of the reef. The current can be strong so take caution.
DivePoint Hudhuran Fushi, 20193 Male
Kani Inside (★4.7)

Kani Inside (★4.7)

A well-protected dive site. The top of the reef is at 4m and is, therefore, also popular with snorkelers. Between 4-6m the wall begins to fall straight down. Many small inlets and crevices.
DivePoint Hudhuran Fushi, 20193 Male
Tri Mix (★4.5)

Tri Mix (★4.5)

The top reef starts at 3m to 6m and fall as a wall down to 25/30m On this protected wall you will find a lot of small stuff but also bigger ones. The big ones are on the ground, in the small overhangs or in the mini cavern. nice and easy for all level

The best Months to dive in Northern South Malé

Northern South Malé offers year-round diving opportunities, featuring relatively consistent conditions. Water temperatures range from 27°C–30°C/81°F–86°F, providing a comfortable environment for divers. Visibility is typically excellent, ranging from 20 to 30 meters/66 to 98 feet, allowing for clear views of the vibrant marine life. Diving is possible throughout the year, although the weather can influence conditions. The northeast monsoon from December to April generally brings calmer seas, ideal for diving. Conversely, the southwest monsoon from May to November can introduce stronger currents and occasional rain, slightly reducing visibility. However, even during this period, diving remains feasible, albeit with more challenging conditions.

Top Wildlife Sightings in Northern South Malé

Northern South Malé, part of the Maldives, is known for its vibrant and diverse marine life, making it a popular destination for divers. Common reef fish such as parrotfish, butterflyfish, and angelfish are frequently spotted in these waters, offering an array of colors and forms. The healthy coral reefs provide a thriving habitat for these species, ensuring consistent sightings throughout the year. Seasonal highlights include sightings of manta rays and whale sharks, especially from May to November, when the monsoon currents attract plankton—a primary food source for these gentle giants. Hawksbill turtles are also common, often seen grazing on the abundant coral gardens. Divers may encounter various species of sharks, including the blacktip reef shark, which are often spotted in deeper reef channels. The likelihood of encountering these species increases during seasonal feeding times and at specific dive sites known for such sightings.

Wildlife Sightings are Based on User Generated Content

The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 200

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Moray Eel

Moray Eel
2.1k Sightings
J
201
F
212
M
206
A
206
M
118
J
118
J
159
A
206
S
180
O
148
N
199
D
196
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Green Turtle

Green Turtle
1.6k Sightings
J
165
F
168
M
157
A
146
M
83
J
102
J
129
A
173
S
88
O
100
N
152
D
151

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Total number of species approx.: 25

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Eagle Ray

Eagle Ray
991 Sightings
J
77
F
78
M
127
A
105
M
88
J
59
J
62
A
74
S
62
O
66
N
91
D
102
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Hawksbill Turtle

Hawksbill Turtle
915 Sightings
J
96
F
99
M
106
A
91
M
43
J
53
J
43
A
86
S
75
O
63
N
75
D
85

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Total number of species approx.: 600

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Wrasse

Wrasse
826 Sightings
J
107
F
77
M
92
A
70
M
40
J
39
J
42
A
70
S
52
O
61
N
63
D
113
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Reef Manta Ray

Reef Manta Ray
578 Sightings
J
79
F
81
M
72
A
70
M
12
J
25
J
10
A
58
S
44
O
38
N
43
D
46

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Total number of species approx.: 300

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Octopus

Octopus
123 Sightings
J
4
F
14
M
25
A
19
M
6
J
3
J
5
A
4
S
0
O
12
N
15
D
16

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Total number of species approx.: 27

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Barracuda

Barracuda
114 Sightings
J
8
F
12
M
12
A
13
M
8
J
8
J
5
A
11
S
11
O
5
N
12
D
9
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Tiger Shark

Tiger Shark
89 Sightings
J
9
F
7
M
7
A
5
M
0
J
7
J
7
A
9
S
4
O
7
N
21
D
6
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Giant Oceanic Manta Ray

Giant Oceanic Manta Ray
87 Sightings
J
16
F
18
M
11
A
7
M
2
J
1
J
1
A
6
S
9
O
9
N
2
D
5
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Bull Shark

Bull Shark
77 Sightings
J
24
F
17
M
4
A
4
M
3
J
5
J
5
A
0
S
8
O
4
N
3
D
0
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Loggerhead Turtle

Loggerhead Turtle
64 Sightings
J
11
F
12
M
5
A
8
M
4
J
0
J
4
A
8
S
5
O
2
N
4
D
1
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Whitetip Reef Shark

Whitetip Reef Shark
2.5k Sightings
J
242
F
241
M
270
A
222
M
140
J
155
J
154
A
226
S
150
O
192
N
252
D
213

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Total number of species approx.: 100

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Parrotfish

Parrotfish
2k Sightings
J
235
F
209
M
179
A
168
M
98
J
104
J
134
A
177
S
162
O
157
N
179
D
242

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Total number of species approx.: 28

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Clownfish

Clownfish
2k Sightings
J
200
F
216
M
182
A
159
M
97
J
112
J
157
A
184
S
185
O
150
N
172
D
210

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Total number of species approx.: 90

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Angelfish

Angelfish
1.8k Sightings
J
207
F
192
M
155
A
124
M
93
J
104
J
111
A
156
S
141
O
128
N
163
D
211

The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 40

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Triggerfish

Triggerfish
1.7k Sightings
J
212
F
195
M
174
A
141
M
76
J
80
J
115
A
135
S
151
O
128
N
120
D
200

The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 130

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Butterfly Fish

Butterfly Fish
1.7k Sightings
J
197
F
196
M
130
A
118
M
102
J
83
J
106
A
150
S
142
O
117
N
167
D
213

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Total number of species approx.: 85

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Surgeonfish

Surgeonfish
1.6k Sightings
J
188
F
192
M
137
A
101
M
85
J
97
J
94
A
148
S
121
O
95
N
135
D
188

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Total number of species approx.: 150

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Sweetlips and Grunts

Sweetlips and Grunts
1.5k Sightings
J
157
F
159
M
136
A
104
M
64
J
105
J
103
A
144
S
124
O
112
N
137
D
180

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Total number of species approx.: 8

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Bannerfish

Bannerfish
1.5k Sightings
J
172
F
151
M
122
A
116
M
62
J
76
J
103
A
162
S
123
O
104
N
113
D
187
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Blacktip Reef Shark

Blacktip Reef Shark
1.3k Sightings
J
102
F
156
M
108
A
150
M
95
J
82
J
81
A
110
S
88
O
114
N
142
D
97

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Total number of species approx.: 110

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Snapper

Snapper
1k Sightings
J
139
F
92
M
99
A
65
M
48
J
56
J
76
A
80
S
108
O
68
N
87
D
110

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Total number of species approx.: 60

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Soldierfish

Soldierfish
1k Sightings
J
143
F
104
M
82
A
54
M
45
J
55
J
57
A
86
S
85
O
84
N
93
D
125

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Total number of species approx.: 350

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Damselfish

Damselfish
990 Sightings
J
155
F
126
M
93
A
63
M
50
J
38
J
44
A
75
S
56
O
75
N
66
D
149

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Total number of species approx.: 80

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Stingrays

Stingrays
856 Sightings
J
73
F
64
M
121
A
106
M
37
J
57
J
41
A
81
S
57
O
59
N
96
D
64

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Total number of species approx.: 12

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Lionfish

Lionfish
853 Sightings
J
122
F
94
M
78
A
47
M
39
J
39
J
54
A
49
S
84
O
72
N
85
D
90

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Total number of species approx.: 250

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Grouper/Basslets

Grouper/Basslets
742 Sightings
J
91
F
105
M
80
A
49
M
21
J
35
J
36
A
54
S
67
O
36
N
67
D
101

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Total number of species approx.: 90

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Goatfish

Goatfish
622 Sightings
J
88
F
29
M
45
A
45
M
36
J
22
J
37
A
54
S
53
O
50
N
52
D
111

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Total number of species approx.: 40

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Jackfish

Jackfish
596 Sightings
J
62
F
41
M
44
A
58
M
40
J
25
J
27
A
50
S
53
O
42
N
75
D
79

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Total number of species approx.: 130

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Pufferfish

Pufferfish
581 Sightings
J
72
F
77
M
75
A
25
M
20
J
38
J
43
A
64
S
49
O
26
N
36
D
56

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Total number of species approx.: 60

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Squirrelfish

Squirrelfish
528 Sightings
J
97
F
55
M
56
A
15
M
20
J
35
J
14
A
25
S
60
O
32
N
50
D
69
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Grey Reef Shark

Grey Reef Shark
475 Sightings
J
74
F
70
M
60
A
37
M
24
J
13
J
33
A
30
S
28
O
29
N
34
D
43

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Total number of species approx.: 2

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Nurse Shark

Nurse Shark
473 Sightings
J
49
F
61
M
51
A
52
M
22
J
33
J
24
A
32
S
21
O
43
N
34
D
51

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Total number of species approx.: 15

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Tuna

Tuna
457 Sightings
J
49
F
75
M
67
A
16
M
12
J
22
J
27
A
37
S
46
O
23
N
40
D
43

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Total number of species approx.: 25

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Boxfish

Boxfish
423 Sightings
J
50
F
18
M
36
A
31
M
22
J
48
J
22
A
30
S
56
O
33
N
34
D
43

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Total number of species approx.: 80

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Emperor

Emperor
354 Sightings
J
61
F
52
M
51
A
19
M
16
J
21
J
9
A
30
S
20
O
12
N
16
D
47

The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 3000

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Nudibranch

Nudibranch
224 Sightings
J
12
F
10
M
9
A
17
M
17
J
8
J
16
A
16
S
38
O
23
N
28
D
30

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Total number of species approx.: 3

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Trumpetfish

Trumpetfish
217 Sightings
J
31
F
30
M
36
A
7
M
10
J
11
J
8
A
20
S
11
O
8
N
11
D
34

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Total number of species approx.: 60

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Spiny Lobster

Spiny Lobster
117 Sightings
J
6
F
8
M
11
A
10
M
10
J
1
J
13
A
11
S
13
O
6
N
16
D
12
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Silvertip Shark

Silvertip Shark
116 Sightings
J
20
F
28
M
17
A
8
M
2
J
5
J
0
A
1
S
8
O
3
N
13
D
11

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Total number of species approx.: 20

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Porcupinefish

Porcupinefish
116 Sightings
J
17
F
33
M
21
A
1
M
2
J
7
J
4
A
5
S
9
O
1
N
10
D
6
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Garibaldi Damselfish

Garibaldi Damselfish
96 Sightings
J
21
F
16
M
5
A
5
M
5
J
14
J
4
A
6
S
4
O
4
N
5
D
7

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Total number of species approx.: 3400

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Shrimp

Shrimp
79 Sightings
J
5
F
11
M
5
A
5
M
3
J
3
J
6
A
2
S
8
O
16
N
12
D
3

The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 250

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Scorpionfish

Scorpionfish
74 Sightings
J
7
F
11
M
8
A
7
M
3
J
1
J
7
A
10
S
3
O
3
N
6
D
8
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Lemon Shark

Lemon Shark
67 Sightings
J
17
F
17
M
7
A
10
M
0
J
5
J
0
A
0
S
2
O
0
N
9
D
0

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Total number of species approx.: 15

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Garfish

Garfish
66 Sightings
J
4
F
4
M
1
A
5
M
2
J
0
J
4
A
7
S
5
O
7
N
14
D
13

The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 3

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Cornetfish

Cornetfish
66 Sightings
J
2
F
17
M
13
A
4
M
3
J
3
J
0
A
5
S
4
O
5
N
3
D
7

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