Conditions
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About this site
Ephesus Reef offers vibrant marine life and clear waters in the Aegean Sea. The site features dramatic rock formations, swim-throughs, and overhangs teeming with colorful sponges and corals. Schools of damselfish, groupers, and occasional octopuses thrive here. Depths range from 5 to 30 meters, suitable for all experience levels. Gentle currents make it ideal for relaxed exploration. Visibility often exceeds 20 meters, revealing ancient amphorae scattered across the sandy bottom. The warm, calm conditions create a diver-friendly environment year-round.
Marine life here
Confirmed by our research team, reported by independent divers, or observed nearby via iNaturalist — each entry is labelled with its source.
Incognito GobyGobius incognitusReported here · unconfirmed
Cratena SlugCratena peregrinaReported here · unconfirmed
Striped Red MulletMullus surmuletusReported here · unconfirmed
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