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
Potential Wildlife Sightings
Wildlife Sightings are Based on User Generated Content
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Total number of species approx.: 600
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Hawksbill Turtle
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Green Turtle
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Total number of species approx.: 27
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Barracuda
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Total number of species approx.: 25
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Eagle Ray
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Total number of species approx.: 80
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Stingrays
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Total number of species approx.: 100
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Parrotfish
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Total number of species approx.: 40
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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.: 2
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Nurse Shark
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Total number of species approx.: 250
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Grouper/Basslets
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Total number of species approx.: 90
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Angelfish
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