Tiger Beach
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Why dive in Tiger Beach?
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Featured Animals 6
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Nocturnal Frequent sightingsCaribbean Reef Shark
Carcharhinus perezi
The Caribbean Reef Shark is a robust, streamlined requiem shark commonly found in tropical waters of the western Atlantic Ocean, particularly around coral reefs. It is an apex predator, primarily feeding on bony fishes, cephalopods, and crustaceans. Known for its unique ability to rest motionless on the seabed or inside caves, this species typically reaches lengths of 2-2.5 meters and can weigh up to 70 kg.
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Crepuscular Frequent sightingsGreat Hammerhead Shark
Sphyrna mokarran
The great hammerhead is the largest hammerhead species, recognizable by its wide, flat head and tall, curved dorsal fin. As a migratory apex predator, it uses its unique head for enhanced sensing and pinning down prey.
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Diurnal Frequent sightingsLemon Shark
Negaprion brevirostris
The Lemon Shark is known for its yellow-brown coloration and blunt snout, which helps it camouflage in sandy coastal waters. It is a diurnal predator that often forms small groups, primarily hunting fish and crustaceans in shallow reefs and lagoons.
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Nocturnal Frequent sightingsNurse Shark
Ginglymostoma cirratum
The Nurse Shark (Ginglymostoma cirratum) is a slow-moving, bottom-dwelling shark typically found in tropical and subtropical coastal waters, including coral reefs and mangrove channels. It is a nocturnal carnivore, primarily feeding on crustaceans, mollusks, and small fish using a powerful suction-feeding mechanism. During the day, they are often observed resting in large aggregations, sometimes piled together in caves or under ledges.
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Diurnal Frequent sightingsSpotted Eagle Ray
Aetobatus narinari
The Spotted Eagle Ray is known for its distinctive spots and elongated snout, which resembles a bird-like beak. It thrives in tropical waters, especially around coral reefs and coastal zones. The ray is a powerful swimmer and can often be seen leaping out of the water.
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Variable Frequent sightingsTiger Shark
Galeocerdo cuvier
The tiger shark is a large apex predator recognized by the dark vertical stripes along its body, especially visible in juveniles. It inhabits tropical and subtropical waters and has a highly varied diet, feeding on fish, rays, turtles, seabirds, and other marine animals.
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More marine life 26
Black DurgonMelichthys niger
Blacktip SharkCarcharhinus limbatus
Bull SharkCarcharhinus leucas
Caribbean Reef OctopusOctopus briareus
Caribbean Spiny LobsterPanulirus argus
Common Bottlenose DolphinTursiops truncatus
Great BarracudaSphyraena barracuda
Green Moray EelGymnothorax funebris
Green Sea TurtleChelonia mydas
LionfishPterois spp.
Live SharksuckerEcheneis naucrates
Loggerhead Sea TurtleCaretta caretta
Midnight ParrotfishScarus coelestinus
Ocean SunfishMola mola
Princess ParrotfishScarus taeniopterus
Queen AngelfishHolacanthus ciliaris
Queen ParrotfishScarus vetula
Scalloped Hammerhead SharkSphyrna lewini
Sergeant MajorAbudefduf saxatilis
Smooth Butterfly RayGymnura micrura
Southern StingrayHypanus americanus
Spiny Butterfly RayGymnura altavela
Spot-fin PorcupinefishDiodon hystrix
Stoplight ParrotfishSparisoma viride
Yellow StingrayUrobatis jamaicensis
Yellowfin TunaThunnus albacares
Where is Tiger Beach
Atlantic Ocean · Bahamas
Frequently asked questions about Tiger Beach
When is the best time to dive in Tiger Beach?
The best time to dive in Tiger Beach is from October to June. In those months the water is between 24°C and 29°C.
What marine life can you see diving in Tiger Beach?
Divers can encounter 32 species in Tiger Beach. Highlights include Caribbean Reef Shark, Great Hammerhead Shark, Lemon Shark, Nurse Shark, Spotted Eagle Ray, and Tiger Shark.
When can you see the Great Hammerhead Shark in Tiger Beach?
The Great Hammerhead Shark is most often seen in Tiger Beach from November to March.
When can you see the Tiger Shark in Tiger Beach?
The Tiger Shark is most often seen in Tiger Beach from March to April and from October to December.
When can you see the Caribbean Reef Shark in Tiger Beach?
The Caribbean Reef Shark can be seen in Tiger Beach all year round.
What is the water temperature in Tiger Beach?
Water temperature in Tiger Beach ranges from 24°C in January to 31°C in July.
What wetsuit do I need to dive in Tiger Beach?
Most divers wear a 5 mm wetsuit in January, when the water drops to 24°C, and a rash guard or a 1–3 mm shorty in July, when it reaches 31°C.
What is the visibility like when diving in Tiger Beach?
Visibility in Tiger Beach ranges from 15 m to 30 m. The water is clearest from October to May.
What are the currents like in Tiger Beach?
Divers in Tiger Beach can expect light, moderate, or strong currents, depending on the month and the dive site.
What can you see on a night dive in Tiger Beach?
After dark, Tiger Beach reveals nocturnal species such as Caribbean Reef Shark, Nurse Shark, Caribbean Reef Octopus, Caribbean Spiny Lobster, Green Moray Eel, and Lionfish.
Where is Tiger Beach located?
Tiger Beach is a dive destination in Bahamas, in the Atlantic Ocean.
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