The Percula Clownfish (Amphiprion percula), or anenome fish, is one of the most common reef fish found in tropical waters. It is unique in that it forms a symbiotic relationship with a host anenome and can be found weaving in and out the anenome’s tentacles without being stung. The clownfish’s immunity derives from a coating of mucus which covers its body. This mucus is transfered to the hosts tentacles and affords the fish complete protection. The fish will remain with the same anenome indefinitely and as the host is sedentary, you can be sure that you will likely find the same fish inhabiting it on return visits.

Hammerhead sharks are very distinctive looking creatures whose heads have evolved to look like a hammer, elongated to the sides with the eyes positioned at either end. Probably the most common species of hammerhead is the Scalloped Hammerhead (Sphyma Lewini), so called because of the central indentation and arched front edge on the “hammer”. Scalloped Hammerheads average 12-14 feet long. They regularly feed on fish such as sardines, herring and mackerel.

Closely related to sharks, the Manta ray (Manta Birostris) is the largest of the ray family, averaging 22 feet wide (6.7m). Mantas are found mostly in tropical seas and can be found worldwide. They are harmless to humans and feed on plankton, small fish and tiny crustaceans which are funneled into their mouth while they swim.