While each spot has its own unique ecosystem, it was becoming too difficult to list all the identified marine life for each location.

Here are a few golden rules when encountering sea life (from OutScuba.com):

• Look, don’t touch: Even gentle contact can harm marine life.
• Maintain neutral buoyancy: Avoid kicking up sand or stepping on or damaging coral.
• Use reef-safe sunscreen: Protect the environment from harmful chemicals.
• Don’t feed wildlife: It disrupts natural behavior and can be dangerous.
• Follow local guidelines: Respect protected areas and species.

If you’re unsure how to interact with a creature, ask a professional. But if you don’t know, just avoid all interactions.

Here is a list of possibilities you might see in South Florida (list under construction, contact us to add to the list!)