Vortex Springs
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(19,534)
This 500+ acre Resort produces approximately 32 million gallons of crystal “gin“ clear water daily and is a consistent temperature of 68 degrees. Vortex Spring is one of the most dived locations in all of Florida and is popular among technical as well as brand new divers.
Wildlife encounters include your typical Florida spring fish like bluegill, bass, cichlids, catfish, and tilapia. Possible sightings of alligators and/or turtles.
Dive Activity & Environmental Conditions
Top Wildlife Sightings
Most frequently spotted marine life based on dive logs
#1
Bass
2,201
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#2
Catfish
647
Total Sightings
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M
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N
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#3
Turtle
645
Total Sightings
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M
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N
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#4
Eel
598
Total Sightings
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M
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N
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#5
Common Bream
440
Total Sightings
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M
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A
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N
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#6
Carp
381
Total Sightings
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M
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N
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#7
Perch
369
Total Sightings
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A
M
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N
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#8
Crayfish
68
Total Sightings
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A
M
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N
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#9
Pike
16
Total Sightings
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A
M
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#10
Blue Tilapia
14
Total Sightings
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M
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