Um Hal Hal (Shaab Quais)
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Shaab Quais (Um Hal Hal) is an elongated reef near Safaga featuring multiple coral blocks and sandy areas. The site offers varied topography with small ergs, shallow plateaus and occasional overhangs. Usually mild currents and good visibility.
Coral blocks with reef fish, moray eels and mackerel. Common sightings include blue-spotted rays and occasionally eagle rays. Sandy areas host macro life. Suitable for relaxed dives.
Dive Activity
Potential Wildlife Sightings
Wildlife Sightings are Based on User Generated Content
The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.
Total number of species approx.: 200
Alamy-WaterFrame
36 Sightings
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The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.
Total number of species approx.: 27
iStock-Global_Pics
Barracuda
15 Sightings
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The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.
Total number of species approx.: 600
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Wrasse
12 Sightings
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Green Turtle
11 Sightings
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Loggerhead Turtle
3 Sightings
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Hawksbill Turtle
3 Sightings
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The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.
Total number of species approx.: 28
Udo Kefrig
Clownfish
51 Sightings
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The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.
Total number of species approx.: 12
iStock/cinoby
Lionfish
46 Sightings
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The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.
Total number of species approx.: 130
Shutterstock_Krzysztof Odziomek
Butterfly Fish
41 Sightings
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The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.
Total number of species approx.: 100
iStock-burnsboxco
Parrotfish
39 Sightings
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