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 & Environmental Conditions
Top Wildlife Sightings
Most frequently spotted marine life based on dive logs
#1
Barracuda
15
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#2
Stingrays
13
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#3
Angelfish
12
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#4
Lionfish
7
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#5
Snapper
3
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#6
Soldierfish
3
Total Sightings
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M
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#7
Moon Jellyfish
3
Total Sightings
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M
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N
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#8
Sand Tiger Shark
1
Total Sightings
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M
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N
D
#9
Bull Shark
1
Total Sightings
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A
M
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N
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#10
Tarpon
1
Total Sightings
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