The Grotto
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The Grotto is named after the many small caves and large overhangs that form this site. Located on top of the Lonsdale Wall system, this area is teeming with marine life and a photographers dream. This site gradually increases in depth to around 23 metres in a system of interesting rock formations and overhangs.
There are spectacular Blue Devil fish, Crayfish, curious Leather Jackets, nudibranchs, mosaic sea stars, and yellow sea spiders.
Dive Activity & Environmental Conditions
Top Wildlife Sightings
Most frequently spotted marine life based on dive logs
#1
Eagle Ray
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#2
Green Turtle
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#3
Triggerfish
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#4
Wrasse
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#5
Stingrays
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#6
Hawksbill Turtle
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#7
Parrotfish
5
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#8
Nurse Shark
3
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#9
Grouper/Basslets
3
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#10
Angelfish
3
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