Diving trip on the “Punta Falconara” site

High biological and photographic interests

Depth 10 – 38 m

Certification Open Water

Easy dive

Rocky wall, it’s possible to reach the statue of Christ

Yellow cluster anemone

Habitat: Lives on rocky bottoms
Colour pattern: Yellow – orange
Behaviour:Forms colonies
Biology: Has up to 36 tentacles
Curiosity: Prefers environments with little light and a lot of current

Dusky grouper

Habitat: Lives in caves and crevices
Colour pattern: Changes color according to emotions
Behaviour: Solitary and territorial
Biology: Bony fish
Curiosity: Changes sex, is born female and then becomess male (hermaphrodite)

Dotted sea slug

Habitat: Lives on rocky bottoms
Colour pattern: White with brownish spots
Behaviour: Produces toxic substances for defense
Biology: Gastropod mollusc
Curiosity: Naked gills on the animal’s back

For further information, contact the Tourist Information and Reception Offices of the relevant Municipalities.

Comune di Albenga
iat@comune.albenga.sv.it
www.scoprialbenga.it

Luminous mooring buoys were installed in 3 scuba diving sites characterized by fragile habitats, chosen according to conservation priorities, in agreement with the Liguria Region, sector operators and SCI management bodies.

The presence of the buoy guarantees eco-sustainable access to the site, as the boats of the diving centers will be able to take advantage of a temporary mooring and will no longer have to use anchors.

Best Practices

This information is only an indication of some behaviors to be respected in order to dive safely and with respect for the environment.

Obligation to dive with a guide

If possible, collect plastic, abandoned nets and general rubbish to help preserve the marine environment

Find out in advance about the dive, the difficulties, access points and environmental excellences and which diving centres offer the excursion on the site

Do not damage the seabed or cliffs and do not take shells or rocks.

Do not disturb the animals

Check your equipment and use an eco-mooring