An Underwater Guide to the Red Sea (2nd)Lawson WoodLabel: John Beaufoy Publishing LtdDescription: An Underwater Guide to the Red Sea introduces over 1000 species of invertebrate and over 200 species of coral forming the basis of a marine eco-system which includes 1100 species of fish of which just under 20% are endemic. The high level of endemism is one of the main factors that makes scuba diving in Egypt so attractive. The dive sites offer unobstructed opportunities to spot tropical marine life in crystal-clear waters ranging from sharks and dolphins to gorgonian fans and feather-stars. Diving types include shallow patch reefs drift dives and walls and a collection of some of the most interesting wrecks you are likely to find anywhere including the world-famous Carnatic and Thistlegorm wrecks. Many of the reefs stretch out far into the sea and form intricate labyrinths of plateaus lagoons caves and gardens. Divided into three parts the first is an introduction to diving and snorkelling in the Red Sea including what to expect and where to base yourself; next a guide to the best sites for diving and snorkelling; and finally a photographic identification of 282 of the most common species of fish invertebrates corals and megafauna. The second edition has been carefully updated so that it continues to be an essential pocket guide for divers and snorkellers.
Lawson Wood's "An Underwater Guide to the Red Sea (2nd)" is an excellent product for scuba divers planning to explore the diverse marine life and coral reefs in the Red Sea.
