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The Iberian

County Cork, Ireland
Depth
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125ft
Visibility
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20ft - 59ft
Entry
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boat
Experience Level
Advanced

About The Iberian

This wreck,The 'Iberian' was a 2000 ton cargo ship which sank while on route to Liverpool on November 20, 1885.She sank when she collided with a reef just South of Bird Island.During the days of her sinking she drifed further out to sea and now she lies in 38m of water.Even though it sank over a century ago it is still in decent condition and is a great dive.Although due to it's sinking being over 100 years ago one needs a permit to dive it

The Iberian Dive Info: Key Characteristics and Details

Unit Settings

Terrain and Features: Wreck
Entry Type:Boat
Max Depth:38m
Visibility Range:6m - 18m
Experience Level:Advanced
Best Gas:21% - 29% O2

Marine Life

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