Category: Marine Life

The Dugong (Dugong dugon) is a large marine mammal that resembles a manatee. These gentle giants are a rare sight in the Red Sea, and Marsa Alam offers some of the best opportunities to encounter them. Physical Characteristics: Size: Can grow up to 3 meters (10 feet) in length. Coloration: Grayish-brown. Diet: Primarily feeds on […]

The Leatherback Sea Turtle (Dermochelys coriacea) is a truly remarkable creature, known for its large size and leathery shell. These gentle giants are a rare sight in the Red Sea, and Marsa Alam offers some of the best opportunities to encounter them. Physical Characteristics: Size: Can grow up to 2 meters (6.6 feet) in length. […]

The Olive Ridley Sea Turtle (Lepidochelys olivacea) is a small to medium-sized sea turtle known for its olive-green color. These fascinating creatures are a rare sight in the Red Sea, and Marsa Alam offers some of the best opportunities to encounter them. Physical Characteristics: Size: Can grow up to 70 cm (28 inches) in length. […]

The Loggerhead Sea Turtle (Caretta caretta) is one of the largest sea turtle species. These gentle giants are a rare sight in the Red Sea, and Marsa Alam offers some of the best opportunities to encounter them. Physical Characteristics: Size: Can grow up to 2 meters (6.6 feet) in length. Coloration: Brown to reddish-brown. Diet: […]

The Hawksbill Sea Turtle (Eretmochelys imbricata) is a critically endangered species known for its distinctive shell. These beautiful creatures are a rare sight in the Red Sea, and Marsa Alam offers some of the best opportunities to encounter them. Physical Characteristics: Size: Can grow up to 1 meter (3.3 feet) in length. Coloration: Brown to […]

The Green Sea Turtle (Chelonia mydas) is one of the most recognizable sea turtle species. These gentle giants are a common sight in the Red Sea, and Marsa Alam offers excellent opportunities to encounter them. Physical Characteristics: Size: Can grow up to 1.5 meters (5 feet) in length. Coloration: Olive green to brown. Diet: Primarily […]

Sea Turtles (Cheloniidae) are ancient marine reptiles that have inhabited the Earth for millions of years. Several species of sea turtle can be found in the Red Sea, including the Green Sea Turtle and the Hawksbill Sea Turtle. Physical Characteristics: Hard Shell: A protective shell that encases their body. Flippers: Adapted for swimming. Diet: Varies […]

Stingrays (Dasyatidae) are a diverse group of cartilaginous fish characterized by their flattened bodies and whip-like tails. Many species of stingray can be found in the Red Sea, including the popular Spotted Eagle Ray. Physical Characteristics: Size: Varies depending on species, but can range from a few inches to several feet in width. Coloration: Varies […]

  The Eagle Ray (Aetobatus ocellatus) is a large, flat ray with wing-like pectoral fins. These graceful creatures are a common sight in the Red Sea, and Marsa Alam offers excellent opportunities to encounter them. Physical Characteristics: Size: Can grow up to 2 meters (6.6 feet) in wingspan. Coloration: Dark brown to black with distinctive […]

  The Manta Ray (Manta birostris) is a large, filter-feeding ray that inhabits tropical and warm-temperate waters. Marsa Alam offers excellent opportunities to encounter these gentle giants. Physical Characteristics: Size: Can grow up to 7 meters (23 feet) in wingspan. Coloration: Dark gray to black on the dorsal side and white on the ventral side. […]