Diving in Red Sea (Egypt)

Spotted Eagle Ray

Destination note

Common year-round at Ras Mohammed, Tiran, and offshore reefs; often seen singly or in small groups

Green Sea Turtle

Destination note

Year-round resident; abundant at seagrass beds in Marsa Alam, Turtle Bay (Sharm), and Abu Dabbab

Hawksbill Turtle

Destination note

Common at reef sites across the Red Sea; nesting on Zabargad and Brothers Islands

Loggerhead Turtle

Destination note

Less common than green and hawksbill; occasional sightings at Marsa Alam and offshore reefs

Atlantic Bottlenose Dolphin

Destination note

Frequently sighted across the Red Sea; common near Sharm, Hurghada, and Marsa Alam; often bow-ride dive boats

Roving Coral Grouper

General species description, not specific to this destination

A coral grouper with a streamlined body, large mouth, and reddish to brownish coloration marked with blue spots or fine patterning depending on age and locality. It is a strong reef predator and an important species in Indo-Pacific reef fisheries. Its shape, bold posture, and tendency to hover near coral cover help identify it.

Hooded Butterflyfish

General species description, not specific to this destination

A species of fish found in marine environments. It has typical fish morphology and behavior suited to its habitat.

Indian Ocean Humpback Dolphin

General species description, not specific to this destination

A dolphin with a distinctive hump on its back and a long, slender beak, found in coastal waters of the Indian Ocean. It is known for its acrobatic behavior.

Great Barracuda

Destination note

Common at reef edges and drop-offs; large schools at Shark & Yolanda Reef and Tiran sites

Black-tailed Butterflyfish

General species description, not specific to this destination

A marine species with typical characteristics for its taxonomic group. Found in various marine habitats.

Red Sea Sailfin Tang

General species description, not specific to this destination

A sailfin tang with a deep disk-shaped body, high dorsal and anal fins, and ornate vertical striping with spots on the head and body. When its fins are extended it appears much taller than most surgeonfishes. Like other tangs, it has a sharp scalpel-like spine near the tail base.

Triton's Trumpet

General species description, not specific to this destination

A very large marine snail with a thick, high-spired shell patterned in cream and brown, and a fleshy foot used for slow crawling. It is famous as a predator of crown-of-thorns starfish, helping balance reef ecosystems. The impressive shell makes it vulnerable to collecting, so live animals should be left in place.