John Dory

The John Dory (Zenopsis conchifera) is a popular fish species found in the Atlantic Ocean and the Mediterranean Sea. This laterally compressed marine fish has very distinct characteristics, including large eyes, long, distinguished spines on the dorsal fin, and a feathered-looking caudal fin. John Dory also have a large dark spot in the center of its rounded body called an ’eye spot’ used to confuse prey.

Dive sites with this animal

BIKINI DIVING, 80050 castellammare di stabia

Banco di Santa Croce (★4.2)

The Banco di Santa Croce is an extraordinary dive site that is easily accessible. The shoal is counted among the most beautiful dive sites in the Mediterranean for the variety of marine species and colors. The main cap is situated at a depth of 9 meters and reaches about 60 meters.

Global Dive, 1010 Auckland

The Gardens (★4.4)

Mixture of boulder and sandy patches at this consistently shallow site. The depth at the back of the bay is an easy 5-10m. The bay plateaus at around 10-15m for about 500m out from the wall. Around the wall at the back of the bay are a number of cracks and archways to go exploring in. Shark fin cave is beauty!

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Shark & Yolanda Reef (★4.6)

The most famous site in Ras Mohammed. There are many ways to dive the site so there is something for everyone here. Shark Reef, Yolanda Reef, and Satellite Reef make up the 3 pinnacles. On Yolanda Reef you can find toilets and a mast laying around from the sunken Yolanda wreck.

CALYPSO DIVING BALI, 80052 Amed

Lipah Bay, Bali (★4.6)

Entry from a sandy beach shore line, you will swim toward a slope where you will start your dive. Start off by swimming to the right, then follow the ledge to come across a few coral blocks with lots of colorful fish. Continue along the right side to find turtles eating on the ocean floor.

Subaquatic, 52470 Umag

HMS Coriolanus (Wreck) (★4.5)

Due to its position and depth, HMS Coriolanus is one of the most popular wrecks to dive to in Istria peninsular. This amazing artificial reef full of marine life, most of the time gives the impression you dive some where in tropicals. Here you can see almost everything Northern Adriatic can offer.

INSTRUMENT DIVE ADVENTURE, 17111 Bekasi Timur

Poso Wreck (★4.7)

The reef is quite nice and easy to navigate. The lighthouse is commonly used as the entry point. To get to the wreck, the diver should take a short course off from the reef, following the sandy bottom area, perpendicular to the reef. The wreck is located at around 30 m deep.

L’Aquila di Mare ASD, 67100 L’Aquila

Secca di Punta Secca (★4.2)

Punta Secca Shoal, off Giannutri’s northern tip, is a rocky rise from over 40 m to about 10 m below the surface. Suitable for experienced divers, its walls are covered with gorgonians, sponges, and corals, and frequented by both pelagic and resident fish.

Ronald C. (#2496453)

Mari Mari Shore (★4.2)

This dive site is situated 20 minuted from Kota Kinabalu mainland and 10 Minutes from Sepanggar mainland. It is right in front of Mari - Mari Resort. The characteristic of this dive site is shore based. It has a maximum depth of 18 meters during high tide and the bottom is mixed sandy and muddy.

Mares, Janez Kranjc

Montego Bay (★4.2)

Montego Bay lies along the northwest coast of Jamaica. The reef is colorful and populated with a variety of fish and lots of lobster. This dive site is accessible from shore and a great site for beginning divers.

Aqualung

Stork Island/Koh Chi (★4.2)

It features a sloping reef with varying depths, offering diverse exploration. Currents can be strong and unpredictable, making it best suited for experienced divers.

Mares

Eastern Kings (★4.0)

Found by Devil’s Point, Eastern Kings can be done as a shore dive although boat cover is advisable. There is a sloping cliff to 40m. Best to dive at high water (ideally neap tides).

Mares

J-SPOT (★4.4)

sloping reef dive site known for its extensive hard coral gardens and varied topography. It features sandy channels, small bommies, and offers a comfortable diving experience. Conditions are generally mild to moderate, making it suitable for all skill levels.

Scubapro

Punta Secca (★4.2)

Dive site located on the border with the Protected Area of Giannutri not to be missed. Suitable for all diving levels and also for the conclusion of Open Water Diver courses.