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SS Sapona (Wreck)
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Concrete ship run aground in the early 1900s, former rum-running vessel, turned USAF practice target, now a bustling artificial reef with a wild history. Shallow (15’) and prone to tidal currents and unpredictable water temperature, best to dive during slack or incoming tide.
Crustaceans of all shapes and sizes, largest porcupine fish you’ll ever see, occasional tarpon along the stern, southern stingrays and yellow rays, needle fish, and nudibranchs.
Dive Activity
Top Wildlife Sightings
Wildlife Sightings are Based on User Generated Content
Shutterstock-Shane Myers Photography
42 Sightings
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Alamy-WaterFrame
Moray Eel
13 Sightings
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Loggerhead Turtle
10 Sightings
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Hawksbill Turtle
10 Sightings
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Barracuda
10 Sightings
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Wrasse
9 Sightings
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Stingrays
95 Sightings
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Shutterstock-Rich Carey
Angelfish
41 Sightings
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Lionfish
25 Sightings
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Parrotfish
24 Sightings
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