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Octopus

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Total number of species: 300

An octopus has eight arms with suction cups which it uses as powerful tools for hunting prey, defense against attackers, and locomotion along the seafloor. They are one of the most fascinating marine animals on the planet. Every octopus has a designated “arm“ that it favors and uses most often. Because they have no inner skeleton, they are extremely mobile and can slip through the narrowest gaps and holes. Some species can even survive and move on land for a short time. Scuba diving with an octopus is an amazing and rewarding experience.

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Dive sites with this animal

SSI New Zealand, 0632 Auckland

HMNZS Canterbury (Wreck) (★4.7)

The HMNZS Canterbury was decommissioned at the end of March 2005 and was scuttled on 3 November 2007 at Deep Water Cove in the Bay of Islands, making for a great artificial reef wreck dive.
HORIZON DIVING CENTER, 71500 HERAKLION

Mononaftis, Kreta (★4.5)

This is an ideal place for shore dives and is a confirmed diving park. Many ancient amphoras from Minoan civilization are seen here. You can hit several depths from a few meters to 40 meters deep. An ideal site for a try scuba and advanced level divers. It has a rocky bottom with Posidonia meadows and sand.
DIVEMADRID, 28024 Madrid

La Cresta - Isla del Fraile (★4.6)

The Dutch cave is a small hollow located in the southern wall of the lower part of Cabo de Cope in Calabardina. One of three dives on the Isla del Fraile with no or very slight current, you will follow along the wall with a progressive drop from 5 to 25m.
DivePoint Hudhuran Fushi, 20193 Male

Lankan Faru (★4.4)

Nice drift dive for all levels of divers. After Manta season we dive here to watch other amazing life. The reef slopes from 5 to 30m down, deeper on the bottom, sharks and stingrays are found in the sandy areas. In the big rocks, we see groupers and glass fish.
H2O DIVING CENTER, 17230 Palamos

Ullastre I (★4.2)

A 25-minute boat ride down the coast, in front of Calella, there are three underwater mountains called Los Ullastres. From beginner to advanced, there is a lot to see for every diver. Beautiful steep walls with gorgonians and lots of fish are just one example. A torch is recommended.
TENERIFE DIVE EXPERIENCE, 38660 SANTA CRUZ DE TENERIFE

Montaña Amarilla (★4.6)

Montaña Amarilla Bay is a magical place surrounded by the walls of a volcano. Breathtaking view on the surface and spectacular underwater scenery make this location a Marine Nature Reserve. It is particularly popular for diving tourism.
Scuba Plus Menorca, 07769 Ciutadella de Menorca

La Chimenea del Promontorio (★4.5)

Sailing 10 minutes south from the port of Ciudadela, you will arrive at the coast of Cala Blanca where you anchor. This dive site is found at Punta Quintana and gets its name from the large chimney that rises vertically from 17 meters at the bottom to the top at 7 meters.
Scuba Plus Menorca, 07769 Ciutadella de Menorca

El Acantilado (★4.4)

We leave the port of Ciudadela, sailing north, parallel to the coast enjoying the landscape. When we arrive at Punta Na Mari we anchor at 12 meters, and descend on a sandbank, from there we go down to the level of 18 meters, where we will find a very interesting chimney. We usually see a lot of life.
Scuba Plus Menorca, 07769 Ciutadella de Menorca

El Dique (★4.6)

Sailing from the port of Ciudadela heading south, about 5 minutes after passing the Cala des Degollador, we will reach the outer part of the dock of the new commercial port of Ciudadela, “Port Son Blanc“. There we will dive on the outer face of the dock. It has a maximum depth of 19 metres.
Buborek Dc, 1226 Budapest

Lina (Wreck) (★4.7)

The LINA is an iron ship built in England in 1879. It became Italian property in 1901 and worked as a freight forwarder in the Mediterranean. On December 14, 1914, it collided with the shores of Cres, where it sank very quickly.
CNM DIVE, 13211-698 JUNDIAI

Ressurreta (★4.5)

Besides being an excellent point for baptisms, it is also a good option for night diving. Located between the Rata and Middle Islands, the depth varies from 8 and 12 meters.
FEET FIRST DIVE PTY LTD, 2315 NELSON BAY

Fly Point (★4.0)

With undulating soft coral topography and two easy to navigate ledges, Fly Point Marine Park is known as the best shore-access dive on the Eastern sea-board of Australia. Max Depth: 28m. Best dived on high slack tide.
Scuba Plus Menorca, 07769 Ciutadella de Menorca

Los Trogloditas (★4.1)

After leaving the port, we sailed north, parallel to the coast, enjoying its landscape. When we arrive at Punta Na Mari we anchor at 12 m., and descend on a sandy area, from there sailing towards the northeast we arrive at some caves in the cliff staggered in three layers called Los Trogloditas.
Scuba Plus Menorca, 07769 Ciutadella de Menorca

La Plataforma (★4.7)

This is a platform that was used in the construction, in the shape of a rectangular prism, which was used to carry out the work on the marina at Lake Cala’n Bosch. It is located at a depth of 40 metres, two and a half miles from the Port of Ciudadela. It is about 3 m high and about 25 m. long and 15 m. wide.
Stollis Centro de Buceo, 17212 Tamariu / Girona

Montiell / Conger Reef (★4.3)

The reef Montiell, protected from currents and waves, is only a 7-minute navigation from the dive center. The coffee bean-shaped rock, which is surrounded by sand, has a maximum depth of 24 meters and is particularly easy to navigate due to its topography. A torch is recommended.
CENTRE IMMERSIO CAP DE CREUS, 17490 LLANÇÀ

Punta dels Farallons (★4.4)

This dive site is located in a partially protected area of the Natural Park. Its topography with underwater mountains and waters rich in marine life make it one of the best in the park. Adaptable to all levels, even deep dives with gorgonians.
CENTRE IMMERSIO CAP DE CREUS, 17490 LLANÇÀ

Illa de la Galera (★3.8)

L'Illa de la Galera is a dive site located off the Costa Brava in Spain, near L'Escala. The site is appreciated for its clear waters and varied marine biodiversity. Accessible to intermediate to advanced divers, it offers depths ranging from 10 to 30 meters.
CENTRE IMMERSIO CAP DE CREUS, 17490 LLANÇÀ

Racó de la Figuerola (★4.0)

Located inside the Natural Park of Cap de Creus, La Figuerola is an ideal refuge in front of the tramuntana. Quiet area with rocky blocks, perfect for beginners and beginners. At greater depth, the bottom descends to the sand over 20 meters.
iDIVE Komodo, 86554 Labuan Bajo

Pengah Kecil (★4.5)

Pengah Kecil is a rocky island located in Central Komodo and offers plateaus, steep walls, and sloping reefs. Currents can be strong, thus diving is chosen according to the position/direction of the current, and always in the part not exposed to the current. A great site for macro marine life. Maximum depth is 30 m.
iDIVE Komodo, 86554 Labuan Bajo

Castle Rock Komodo (★4.6)

Castle Rock is an action-packed pinnacle located in the north of Komodo National Park. The pinnacle is positioned in an open body of water and the castle-like peak is submerged a few meters below the water’s surface. You will jump into the blue and quickly descend to get into position within the split.
KUBILAY A. (#93216)

Adabanko Reef (★4.8)

One of the most famous dive site in Kuşadası, it is about 1.5/2 km from the shore, the depth starts from 5 meters. Dive north and you come to the edge of the reef, where you have a free descent to 15 meters after which you can eventually reach a depth of 40 meters.
Palm Beach Divers Co., Ltd, 81150 Krabi

Koh Bida Nok (★4.7)

This is one our favourite dive sites since it has the widest range of wildlife. The reef gently slopes down from the island apart from the wall at the south west which drops 22-26 meters.
Rolf S. (#49929)

MV Karwela (Wreck) (★4.5)

MV Karwela is the most popular wreck here on Gozo. It is an old German-built ferry used as excursion boat around Malta scuttled in 2006 for divers. It is easy and safe to enter and penetrate the wreck. It has fantastic staircase, 2 decks to explore with a dark engine room underneath. For experienced divers. 32-40m
GooDiving, 38639 San Miguel de Abona

Marina San Miguel (★4.3)

Private marina just 8 kilometers south of Reina Sofia airport. Only a few centers have legal access since the entrance is from a jetty reserved for divers where the passage of boats is prohibited. There are bathrooms with showers and a bar/restaurant.
RIVEMAR CABO DE PALOS, 30370 Cartagena

Cala Fría (★4.1)

Cala Fria is a beautiful cove located right at the foot of the Cabo de Palos lighthouse. Depth ranges from 0 to 11 meters approximately. The bottom is made of gravel, sand, and Posidonia terraces alternated with boulders that will facilitate a natural orientation. Great for night dives as well!