Clifton Gardens
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About this site
Clifton Gardens is a shallow shore dive at Mosman on Sydney Harbour, with a depth of up to about 10 m (33 ft). The wildlife hides among the structure of the pier.
Seahorses, octopuses, cuttlefish and nudibranchs are the headline sightings, and spotting them takes a slow pace. The water is shallow and calm, which makes it a good choice for beginners.
Marine life here
Confirmed by our research team, reported by independent divers, or observed nearby via iNaturalist — each entry is labelled with its source.
CuttlefishCuttlefishReported here · unconfirmed
OctopusOctopusConfirmed present · 2 independent sources
NudibranchNudibranchReported here · unconfirmed
SeahorseSeahorseConfirmed present · 2 independent sources
Bull SharkCarcharhinus leucasReported here · unconfirmed
Spotted WobbegongOrectolobus maculatusReported here · unconfirmed
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