USTS Texas Clipper TPWD Wreck, Texas

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The Texas Clipper is a 473 foot long artificial reef that was sunk in 2007. The location of The Clipper is 17 miles off the coast of South Padre Island in approximately 136 feet of water. The wreck lies on her port side and comes up to 70 feet below the surface.

There are actually many blue water species to see. Dolphins on the way out or back to shore. Barracuda, sharks, lion fish, and many other.

Dive Activity

Top Wildlife Sightings

Wildlife Sightings are Based on User Generated Content

Barracuda

15 Sightings
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Sand Tiger Shark

1 Sightings
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Bull Shark

1 Sightings
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Stingrays

13 Sightings
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Angelfish

12 Sightings
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Lionfish

7 Sightings
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Snapper

3 Sightings
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Soldierfish

3 Sightings
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Moon Jellyfish

3 Sightings
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Tarpon

1 Sightings
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