beginner·Coral Reef
White Rock
West, Mae Haad · Koh Tao, Thailand
Depth: 8–29m10 species tracked24 scans
One of Koh Tao's most popular sites due to its central location near Mae Haad. Two large rocks covered in hard and soft corals with resident triggerfish, angelfish, and sea turtles. Great for photography.
Top 5 Species to Watch For
Hawksbill Sea Turtle
Eretmochelys imbricata
Critically endangered sea turtle, common at White Rock and Twins. Recognized by narrow pointed beak.
Leopard Shark
Stegostoma tigrinum
Also called Zebra Shark as adult. Rests on sandy bottoms. Common at Mango Bay and Shark Island.
Blue-Spotted Stingray
Neotrygon kuhlii
Found resting under coral ledges and in seagrass. Very common at Japanese Gardens.
Titan Triggerfish
Balistoides viridescens
Territorial and aggressive during nesting. Common at White Rock and Twins — maintain distance!
Octopus
Octopus cyanea
Day octopus, common across all rocky reef sites. Masters of camouflage.
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