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Bermuda Coral Reefs
Bad Lands
This reef site is so named because the coral landscape resembles that of Arizona's Bad Lands. This is located in the shallow reef area surrounding Chubb Head Beacon.
Here the coral reef heads are full of caves, overhangs and crevices, which provide good home for lobsters and Glass-eyed Sweepers. A carpet of reef with very little sand makes it difficult for anchoring. Average depths are 25 to 30 feet with some sections as shallow as 5 feet.
Due to the complex nature of the reef structure and the lack of pattern, a guided tour is strongly recommended. This site is particularly great for spotting different types of fishes due to its proximity to a fishery reserve.
Large school of Barracuda and Parrot Fishes are often seen at this site. The caves and overhangs offer protection for Lobsters, Glass-eyed Sweepers and large Groupers. Look out for speckled Moray Eels hiding in the crevices of the reef.
The shallow depth of this site offers great visibility. This has always been a popular choice with photographers.
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