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Ilhéus da Madalena
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Two islands directly in front of Madalena, which were formed during a volcanic eruption. Between the two islands lies the sunken crater. In and on the lava fingers the most diverse fish can be admired. A swimthrough through the longer "lying" island is also possible.
The vegetation is, typical for the region, very scarce. But in the waves of the tides, the most diverse fish can be discovered. Triggerfish, moray eels, rays, etc...
Dive Activity
Potential Wildlife 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
Alamy-WaterFrame
52 Sightings
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Total number of species approx.: 27
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Barracuda
34 Sightings
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Blue Shark
5 Sightings
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Total number of species approx.: 250
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Grouper/Basslets
49 Sightings
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Total number of species approx.: 80
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Stingrays
38 Sightings
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Total number of species approx.: 100
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Parrotfish
37 Sightings
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Total number of species approx.: 250
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Scorpionfish
22 Sightings
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Total number of species approx.: 3000
SSI-Peter-Schinck
Nudibranch
14 Sightings
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Total number of species approx.: 40
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Triggerfish
10 Sightings
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Total number of species approx.: 90
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Angelfish
8 Sightings
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