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This dive site off Palinuro features stunning underwater archway covered in vibrant red gorgonians, giving it a dramatic "bloody eye" appearance. The arch drops to 30 meters, with walls teeming with moray eels, groupers, and schools of barracuda. Strong currents bring nutrient-rich waters, attracting pelagics. The site offers both shallow coral gardens and deep walls, suitable for various skill levels. Visibility often exceeds 30 meters in summer. The unique topography includes swim-throughs and small caves to explore.
Confirmed by our research team, reported by independent divers, or observed nearby via iNaturalist — each entry is labelled with its source.
Yellow GorgonianEunicella cavoliniReported here · unconfirmed
Star CoralAstroides calycularisReported here · unconfirmed
Yellow Cluster AnemoneParazoanthus axinellaeReported here · unconfirmed
Mediterranean Red CoralCorallium rubrumReported here · unconfirmed
European Spiny LobsterPalinurus elephasReported here · unconfirmed
Pig-tooth CoralBalanophyllia (Balanophyllia) europaeaReported here · unconfirmed
Sunset Cup CoralLeptopsammia pruvotiReported here · unconfirmedDurable tips from divers — access, hazards, marine life, facilities. For day-of conditions, use the report tool in the conditions card above.
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