Bela - Dive Spot

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Bela is located in the Largest Natural Reef in Portugal - Armação de Pêra. It is 4 nautical miles from the coast, with depths between 15 and 22 meters, and protected by the bay, allowing excellent diving conditions throughout the year.

In the various studies in Armação de Pêra Bay, over 800 different species have been identified, including fish (116), invertebrates (649) and algae (50).

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Potential Wildlife Sightings

Wildlife Sightings are Based on User Generated Content

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Total number of species: 300

Octopus

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Total number of species: 600

Wrasse

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Total number of species: 200

Moray Eel

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Total number of species: 250

Scorpionfish

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Total number of species: 3400

Shrimp

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Total number of species: 7000

Crab

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Total number of species: 3000

Nudibranch

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Total number of species: 350

Damselfish

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Total number of species: 250

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Total number of species: 190

Conger Eel

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Total number of species: 110

Snapper

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Total number of species: 90

Goatfish

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Total number of species: 15

Tuna

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Total number of species: 300

Squid

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Total number of species: 60

Spiny Lobster

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