Marine life

Jack in Isla Fuerte

Jacks are fast, silver hunters that sweep through the reef in tight schools.

How to recognize it

Deep-bodied, silvery fish with a forked tail, often flashing by in coordinated groups.

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

Where and when to see it

In Isla Fuerte divers regularly spot it at Socorro, Bajo de los pargos, El planchon, Bajo del medio, Bajo burbujas, San bartolo, Bushnell cantil del este, Bushnell fondo barracuda. 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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