Underwater Guide to the Red Sea

Publisher: John Beaufoy Publishing

The Red Sea has over 1,000 species of invertebrate and over 200 species of soft and hard coral, forming the basis of a marine eco-system which includes 1,100 species of fish, of which just under 20% are endemic. The high level of endemism is one of the main factors that makes scuba diving in Egypt so attractive.   

The dive sites offer unobstructed opportunities to spot tropical marine life in crystal-clear waters, ranging from sharks and dolphins to gorgonian fans and feather-stars. Diving types include shallow patch reefs, drift dives and walls, and a collection of some of the most interesting wrecks you are likely to find anywhere, including the world-famous Carnatic and Thistlegorm wrecks. Many of the reefs stretch out far into the sea and form intricate labyrinths of plateaus, lagoons, caves and gardens. 

Divided into three parts, the book provides a general introduction to diving and snorkelling in the Red Sea including what to expect and where to base yourself; a guide to the best sites for diving and snorkelling; and a photographic identification of 280 of the most common species of marine life covering fish, invertebrates, corals and megafauna. For all those who plan to spend time in or on the waters of the Red Sea, this is the perfect, pocket-sized guide.

About Lawson Wood

Lawson Wood has been fortunate to make his passion his career, and has authored and co-authored over 45 books, mainly about the underwater world. He is a founding member of the Marine Conservation Society, and made history by becoming the first person to be a member of the Royal Photographic Society and Fellow of the British Institute of Professional Photographers solely for underwater photography.

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Paperback 9781909612846 1909612847 2017-05-25 160 0.00 x 6.00 x 8.25 in $19.95

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