Monolith
MONOLITH - This massive slab of stone
sits off shore surrounded by sand on three sides and a short run of coral and
lava on the deep side. The level topside lies submerged in 38' while the foot
of the monolith sits in 90' feet. This site hosts many rate and unusual species
from long nose hawk fish, lion fish to basselets and garden eels on the far reaches
at 130'. My favorite resident is "Stretch," a long lived yellow margin moray.
Tamed through hand feeding in the early 80's. He has not been getting handouts
for at least a dozen years, yet he still swims up to inquire to divers. Wonderful
photo opportunity. The depth and off shore proximity make this a good site to
see sting rays and other large game fish. This deep dive is best done on a computer
for maximum bottom time.
All photos and intellectual property © Erik Stein
Monolith description By Erik Stein
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