Marine life

Batfish in Isla Fuerte

The batfish is a tall, disk-shaped fish often seen near the submerged Zenú museum.

How to recognize it

A very tall, thin, silvery fish that drifts calmly, sometimes curious about divers.

Life on the reef, watched with good buoyancy and respect.

Where and when to see it

In Isla Fuerte divers regularly spot it at Rosa vieja, El museo, Bajo humedo, Bajo alicia, Canal del ingles, Transilvania, Socorro, El bobito. Explore every site on our interactive dive map.

Dive with respect

We practice good buoyancy and never touch or chase marine life. Watching an animal behave naturally is the whole point, and it keeps the reef of Isla Fuerte alive for the next diver.

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