Ilha de Ancora
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Ilha de Âncora is one of the main diving destinations for divers that frequent the region of Arraial do Cabo, Cabo Frio and Búzios, due to its proximity to the continent and excellent diving conditions. The depth at the points varies from 8 to 30 meters, welcoming beginners and advanced divers.
Many shoals can be seen passing through, large reef fish, turtles, rays and much more. The resurgence phenomenon provides great abundance of marine life.
Dive Activity & Environmental Conditions
Top Wildlife Sightings
Most frequently spotted marine life based on dive logs
#1
Green Turtle
254
Total Sightings
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M
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#2
Moray Eel
167
Total Sightings
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F
M
A
M
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J
A
S
O
N
D
#3
Angelfish
148
Total Sightings
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F
M
A
M
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J
A
S
O
N
D
#4
Surgeonfish
116
Total Sightings
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F
M
A
M
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J
A
S
O
N
D
#5
Hawksbill Turtle
115
Total Sightings
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F
M
A
M
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J
A
S
O
N
D
#6
Pufferfish
93
Total Sightings
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F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
#7
Butterfly Fish
80
Total Sightings
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F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
#8
Parrotfish
78
Total Sightings
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F
M
A
M
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J
A
S
O
N
D
#9
Soldierfish
75
Total Sightings
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
#10
Porcupinefish
74
Total Sightings
J
F
M
A
M
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J
A
S
O
N
D