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Snapper

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Total number of species: 110

Snappers are a popular food fish commonly seen trolling coral reefs and a favorite sighting amongst scuba divers. These colorful, large marine fish include around 113 species within the Lutjanidae family. On menus throughout tropical destinations like the Caribbean, you can find the most popular snapper, the red snapper. The largest snapper, the cubera snapper, grows up to 1.52 m (5 ft) in length.

Divesites
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Dive sites with this animal

DivePoint Hudhuran Fushi, 20193 Male

HP Reef / Rainbow Reef (★4.6)

One of the most colorful dive sites in North Male Atoll. On the south side of Girifushi island with abundant fish life and very nice soft corals, there are numerous blue soft corals and a swim through. The current can be strong!
DivePoint Hudhuran Fushi, 20193 Male

Okobe Thila (★4.3)

This amazing reef are 3 blocks. The biggest begins in the south between 80-100m long and it's full of corals, it would be nice we can start here. In the east we have another wonderful block a bit similar to east block Maya Thila covert full with corals. In the north is the smallest block. AOW or higher
DivePoint Hudhuran Fushi, 20193 Male

Back Kani (★4.6)

Easy but always nice dive. The top of the reef drops down from 7m to 30/35m and then runs into the sand. Depending on the current, you simply dive the right or left shoulder. With a little luck, this dive site offers everything that makes diving exciting!
DivePoint Hudhuran Fushi, 20193 Male

Kani Corner (★4.4)

Kani Corner is basically a slope that goes to 25 - 30 m in a sandy bottom. There are some big blocks this deep and at the right time, mantas visit the blocks or pass by the top of the reef. The current can be strong so take caution.
Neil D. (#3039000)

Frederiksted Pier (★4.5)

One of the top macro dives anywhere! Scattered ruins and columns are coral encrusted and provide habitat for many types of shallow sea life. The pier is 1526ft/465m long so lots to discover with a gradual westerly decline. Perfect for snorkeling & non-certified divers too.
Ducks Diving Superior, Marsa Alam

Marsa Gabal el Rosas (Ducks center) (★4.5)

Narrow entrance with a sandy bottom. Nice coral. A good dive site to make drift dives from the zodiac on the North Anemone City. Good for experienced and beginner divers.
SSI Service Center Brazil, 13211-693 Jundiaí SP

Ilha do Frade (★4.7)

Located on the outside sea, in front of Atalaia beach, this point receives numerous tourists who are delighted with the variety of fish found there. The depth is between 8 and 22 meters.
OCEAN SPORTS, 00979 CAROLINA

Crashboat Wall and Anchor (★4.4)

This site is the remnant of an old pier. It is a shallow site, no more than 30-35 feet of depth with a sandy bottom. The wreckage on the bottom provides an artificial reef for a large variety of marine life. Visibility ranges between 10 feet (if it has been raining) to over 50 or 60 feet.
Channel Islands Scuba, 91360 Thousand Oaks

Salt Pier (49) (★4.6)

Active pier for loading salt from the salt works on the island of Bonaire. It can only be dived when no ship is moored, and no maintenance is being performed.
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.
SSI Service Center India, 400709 Navi Mumbai

Jonny’s Gorge (★4.8)

Johnny’s Gorge is one of the most spectacular dive sites around Havelock. It is named after an Andaman local, a Karen, who discovered the dive site many years ago. It is a deep dive site well suited for advanced divers.
SSI Service Center Southern Caribbean, Willemstad

Tugboat (★4.2)

Tugboat is Curacao’s most famous dive and snorkel spot due to its shallow depth. It was wrecked just off the shore of Caracasbaai and sits in only 15 feet of water. The tugboat is crawling with marine life and is now covered in sponges and coral growth.
Looe Key Reef Resort and Dive Center, 33042 Ramrod Key

Looe Key National Marine Sanctuary (★4.3)

This spur and groove reef formation sitting 5 miles off of Big Pine Key, in the Florida Keys, is part of the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary. Due to its protected status reef life is very healthy and active here.
OCEANIUM DIVING CENTER, 2224 DAKAR

Cargo (★4.2)

Dive down to depths of 35 meters to explore the interior of this majestic Cargo ship. Witness to marine biodiversity and the history of the ship, this dive offers an immersive experience, combining adventure and underwater education.
Centrum Nurkowe Aqarium, 78-100 Kołobrzeg

Salem Express, wreck (★4.6)

Travel time approx. 90 minutes. This wreck sank in 1991 with many casualties. The Salem Express is 110m long and 18m wide. She lies at a depth of 12-33m.
Peter S. (#417559)

Kuda Rah Thila (★4.6)

A stunning underwater pinnacle just minutes away from the island of Kuda Rah. This dive site has been declared a protected marine area. The dive site is better for Advanced certified divers and those who are experienced with a bit of current. Nitrox is recommended.
OCEAN SPORTS, 00979 CAROLINA

El Natural (★4.3)

This is a natural reef site ranging in depth from 30 feet up to about 70-80 feet, in a gradual descent. The shoreline is rocky so you need to be careful where you step, but the dive is a nice pleasure dive. Visibility can range from 15 feet to over 50 or 60 feet.
Wild Blue Diving, 628003 tamilnadu

Dicksons Pinnacle (★4.7)

A visit to Havelock island is not complete without at least one dive at Dixon’s Pinnacle. The pinnacles were discovered years ago by a local Andaman instructor called Dickson and since then the site has been the one of the most popular dive sites around Havelock.
ABWONDERDIVE BALI, 80853 Karangasem

Abwonderdive House Reef (★4.6)

This shore dive ranges from 5m to 30m, featuring a coral reef starting at 3m with soft and hard corals. Artificial reef structures lie between 15m and 18m. The current is usually mild to moderate, making for a manageable dive. The surface is generally calm but can be choppy from May to October.
OCEANIUM DIVING CENTER, 2224 DAKAR

Epave Chi Chuan (★4.6)

The wreck is a Chinese trawler lying on its side in a North–South orientation, with the bottom at 32 m and the top of the deck at 26 m. There is no mast. Both the cabin and the gangway can be crossed safely. The wreck’s holds can be visited by Advanced Wreck divers.
PLONGEQUILIBRE, 75008 PARIS

Marsa Shagra House Reef (★4.4)

Marsa Shagara is a bay with an easy sand bottom entrance that leads to South or North reef dives. The depth starts at 1m and drops to 40m + outside the bay. It is one of the most pristine house reef dives in the south. This dive is great for entry level and experienced divers.
Extra Divers Qantab, 100 Muscat

Al Munassir Wreck (★4.6)

Al Munassir wreck was a Navy vessel 84 m long sunken on porpose in 2003. The vessel lays between 25 and 30 m of depth in navigation position.The wreck is house of many fishes, and abundant biodiversity
DIVE NOW, 0110 Whangarei

Poor Knights Island NZ (★4.4)

Located 23km off shore from Tutukaka harbour, this world class marine reserve has about 60 named dive sites suited for all levels of snorkelers and divers from newbies to seasoned technical divers. Dive sites range from 6 metres to 90 metres.
TENERIFE DIVE EXPERIENCE, 38660 SANTA CRUZ DE TENERIFE

El Balito (★4.5)

Spectacular rocky formations, tunnels and caves will surprise us at this dive spot. It is recommended to do it from boat because the access of emergency teams is so difficult, jus in case is needed.
DIVING CENTER SERVICE NEREO SUB, 17028 SPOTORNO

Franata (★3.8)

As you enter this site you will find a steep slope of rocks reaching a maximum depth of 30 meters. This site is full of burrows and holes, ideal habitat for countless species of marine animals. A dive that never disappoints.