Manta Ray Scramble
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This dive site, located on the northwest side of Ishigaki Island, has one of the highest rates of encounters with manta rays in the world. It can be reached by boat in 10 to 15 minutes. The water depth is around 10-20m and the tide is relatively calm but can become stronger at times. A small hill in the middle of the sea is a cleaning station where the manta rays come to visit. Manta rays swim around at a depth of 5 to 10 meters, so you can see them by snorkeling.
Clownfish here spawn every few months, guarding their eggs closely. You can also spot flounder, red snapper, and pike, along with macro life like snail crabs.
Dive Activity & Environmental Conditions
Top Wildlife Sightings
Most frequently spotted marine life based on dive logs
#1
Reef Manta Ray
254
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#2
Angelfish
84
Total Sightings
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#3
Clownfish
68
Total Sightings
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M
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#4
Green Turtle
63
Total Sightings
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A
M
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#5
Parrotfish
58
Total Sightings
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M
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#6
Butterfly Fish
44
Total Sightings
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M
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N
D
#7
Moray Eel
38
Total Sightings
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A
M
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A
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O
N
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#8
Damselfish
36
Total Sightings
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F
M
A
M
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J
A
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O
N
D
#9
Giant Oceanic Manta Ray
33
Total Sightings
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F
M
A
M
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J
A
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O
N
D
#10
Triggerfish
31
Total Sightings
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M
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