Alligator Reef
NW and SE of Cheeca Rocks, Alligator Reef Sanctuary Preservation Area (SPA) bridges the shallow reefs of the Upper Keys and the deeper reefs of the Middle Keys. This rectangular SPA is a small bank reef protecting a spur-and-groove system, reef crest, and a portion of the northeast rubble ridge.
186 identified marine fish here. Moray eels, lobster, grouper, nurse sharks, and turtles. Home to a coral out-planting site.
Dive Activity
Potential Wildlife Sightings
Wildlife Sightings are Based on User Generated Content
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Total number of species approx.: 27
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Total number of species approx.: 200
Moray Eel
Green Turtle
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Total number of species approx.: 600
Wrasse
Loggerhead Turtle
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Total number of species approx.: 300
Octopus
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Total number of species approx.: 90
Angelfish
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Total number of species approx.: 2
Nurse Shark
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Total number of species approx.: 100
Parrotfish
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Total number of species approx.: 130