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Ocean Venus

Ocean Venus

Florida, United States

Depth
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24m

Visibility
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5m - 15m

Entry
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Boat

Experience Level

Experienced


About Ocean Venus

This wreck is also known as The Lead Wreck. It was transporting 9450 tons of cargo when it was hit by a torpedo from a German Submarine. The U 564 is the same submarine that sunk The 'Lubrafol' Only a few crew members were lost. She has many fish and corals blanketing her. A very nice dive, as she lays down on a sand patch and shallow waters.

Ocean Venus Dive Info

Terrain & Features

Wreck, Drift, Reef

Entry Type

Boat

Max Depth

24m

Visibility Range

5m 15m

Experience Level

Experienced

Best Gas

21% – 41%

O2
Marine Life

  • Groupers
  • Lobsters
  • Various
  • Atlantic Spade Fish
  • Snappers
  • Grunts
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