beginner·Coral Reef
Twins
West, Mae Haad · Koh Tao, Thailand
Depth: 10–20m10 species tracked39 scans
Two large coral-covered boulders near Mae Haad pier. Resident hawksbill turtles, pufferfish, and moray eels are common. Shallow enough for long dives with great light penetration.
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.
Giant Moray Eel
Gymnothorax javanicus
Large moray found in crevices across all sites. Most abundant at HTMS Sattakut wreck.
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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