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Aughinish Shoal

County Clare, Ireland
Depth
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22m
Visibility
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4m - 12m
Entry
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boat
Experience Level
Experienced

About Aughinish Shoal

A long reef which runs for around 3.5 kilometers. The reef has a variety of different overhangs and gullies and is covered in sponges. Marine life is great here with wrasse, pollock, trigger fish and much more. Divers descend down to a depth of 15 meters where the reef will then begin to drop to around 20 meters.

Aughinish Shoal Dive Info: Key Characteristics and Details

Unit Settings

Terrain and Features: Reef
Entry Type:Boat
Max Depth:22m
Visibility Range:4m - 12m
Experience Level:Experienced
Best Gas:21% - 44% O2

Marine Life

  • Wrasse
  • Gobys
  • Pollock
  • Lobsters
  • Trigger Fish

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