Marine life

Sergeant major in Isla Fuerte

The sergeant major is a striped little damselfish that swarms the shallow reef.

How to recognize it

A small yellow fish with five dark vertical bars, usually in busy schools near the surface.

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, Bajo humedo, Bajo alicia, Canal del ingles, Transilvania, Socorro, Bajo de los pargos, Fondo loco. 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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