Underwater Guide to Seychelles

The warm tropical waters and coral reefs teeming with fish mean that Seychelles is a hugely popular diving destination. The waters that surround Seychelles are home to over 1,000 species of fish and 300 species of coral. The islands are visited by giant Whale Sharks and manta rays, and are home to the critically endangered Hawksbill and Green Sea Turtles. Divided into three parts, the book provides a general introduction to diving and snorkelling in Seychelles including what to expect and where to base yourself; a guide to the best sites for diving and snorkelling; and a photographic identification to 280 of the most common species of marine life covering fish, invertebrates, corals, and megafauna. The taxonomy of some fish species has been updated for the second edition.

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Underwater Guide to Seychelles

The warm tropical waters and coral reefs teeming with fish mean that Seychelles is a hugely popular diving destination. The waters that surround Seychelles are home to over 1,000 species of fish and 300 species of coral. The islands are visited by giant Whale Sharks and manta rays, and are home to the critically endangered Hawksbill and Green Sea Turtles. Divided into three parts, the book provides a general introduction to diving and snorkelling in Seychelles including what to expect and where to base yourself; a guide to the best sites for diving and snorkelling; and a photographic identification to 280 of the most common species of marine life covering fish, invertebrates, corals, and megafauna. The taxonomy of some fish species has been updated for the second edition.

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Underwater Guide to Seychelles

Underwater Guide to Seychelles

by Rowena Walton
Underwater Guide to Seychelles

Underwater Guide to Seychelles

by Rowena Walton

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The warm tropical waters and coral reefs teeming with fish mean that Seychelles is a hugely popular diving destination. The waters that surround Seychelles are home to over 1,000 species of fish and 300 species of coral. The islands are visited by giant Whale Sharks and manta rays, and are home to the critically endangered Hawksbill and Green Sea Turtles. Divided into three parts, the book provides a general introduction to diving and snorkelling in Seychelles including what to expect and where to base yourself; a guide to the best sites for diving and snorkelling; and a photographic identification to 280 of the most common species of marine life covering fish, invertebrates, corals, and megafauna. The taxonomy of some fish species has been updated for the second edition.


Product Details

ISBN-13: 9781912081271
Publisher: John Beaufoy Publishing
Publication date: 07/15/2021
Edition description: Second Edition, Second
Pages: 160
Product dimensions: 6.00(w) x 8.25(h) x 0.50(d)

About the Author

Rowana Walton holds an MSc in Biodiversity, Wildlife and Ecosystem Health, sits on the board of several NGOs, and specializes in conservation communication and education. An experienced scientific diver, she currently works for the Seychelles Islands Foundation (SIF), which is responsible for the conservation and management of Seychelles’ two UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

Table of Contents

Introduction to Seychelles 6

Geography 8

History 10

Climate 12

Practicalities 13

The Marine Environment 16

Coastal habitats 18

Life on the coral reef 20

Marine conservation and research 24

Diving and Snorkelling in Seychelles 30

Health and safety 32

Equipment 38

Underwater photography 40

Certification and experience 42

Diving facilities 43

Guide to Dive Sites 44

Mahé 46

Praslin and surrounding islands 64

Silhouette and North 71

Guide to Snorkel Spots 74

Mahé 76

Praslin and surrounding islands 82

Marine Creature Identification 86

Glossary 151

Further Reading and Useful Websites 153

Acknowledgements 154

Index 155

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