Ras Umm Hesiwa
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Ras Um Hesiwa is a distinctive reef near Safaga featuring a pronounced drop-off, plateaus and coral blocks. The topography includes steep walls and varied structures. Often mild to moderate currents.
Dense corals with reef fish, glassfish and moray eels. In the blue, mackerel and barracudas are frequently seen. Sandy areas host blue-spotted rays.
Dive Activity
Potential Wildlife Sightings
Wildlife Sightings are Based on User Generated Content
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Total number of species approx.: 200
Alamy-WaterFrame
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Total number of species approx.: 25
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Eagle Ray
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Green Turtle
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Total number of species approx.: 28
Udo Kefrig
Clownfish
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Total number of species approx.: 12
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Lionfish
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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
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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.: 40
iStock-wrangel
Triggerfish
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Total number of species approx.: 130
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Pufferfish
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Total number of species approx.: 8
Alamy-Reinhard Dirscherl
Bannerfish
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Total number of species approx.: 80
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Stingrays
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Total number of species approx.: 250
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Scorpionfish
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