Pared de Coral Negro Dive Site — Cuba
About Pared de Coral Negro
The "Black Coral Wall" at Isla de la Juventud where rare black coral grows at unusually shallow depths of 30-35m (normally found below 50m). Delicate macro species like skeleton shrimps, spider crabs and seahorses inhabit the coral. Part of the Punta Frances Marine Reserve with exceptional wall diving.
Site Information
- Depth: 15–35 m
- Difficulty: intermediate
- Site type: Wall
- Current: Mild
- Best time: November to April
- Region: Cuba
Highlights
- Rare shallow black coral
- Skeleton shrimps
- Spider crabs and seahorses
- Punta Frances Reserve
- Outstanding macro diving