Cottrell Key
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Cottrell Key is one of three mangrove islands 9 miles northwest of Key West within the Key West National Wildlife Refuge. It is very shallow and ideal for snorkeling. It is a nursery home to many newborn and juvenile species and home to rare batfish.
As one of three mangove islands, it is a nursery home to many newborn and juvenile species and home to rare batfish.
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.: 600
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Wrasse
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Total number of species approx.: 100
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Parrotfish
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Total number of species approx.: 90
Shutterstock-Rich Carey
Angelfish
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Total number of species approx.: 130
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Butterfly Fish
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Total number of species approx.: 12
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Lionfish
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Total number of species approx.: 250
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Grouper/Basslets
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Total number of species approx.: 150
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Sweetlips and Grunts
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Total number of species approx.: 7000
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Crab
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Grey Reef Shark
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