Hot Spot
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About this site
Hot Spot lies off the KwaZulu-Natal coast of South Africa, in the Nomvunya area near the reef systems south of Sodwana Bay, part of the greater iSimangaliso Wetland Park marine area. This stretch of coastline is known for its offshore reefs reached by boat from the local launch sites. The site reaches a maximum depth of around 30 metres and is rated an advanced dive. Divers have also reported lionfish here.
AI overviewMarine life here
Confirmed by our research team, reported by independent divers, or observed nearby via iNaturalist — each entry is labelled with its source.
Bull SharkCarcharhinus leucasReported here · unconfirmed
Tiger SharkGaleocerdo cuvierReported here · unconfirmed
LionfishLionfishReported here · unconfirmed
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