There are many organisms that do not stand out for their shape or their colours: they aren’t particularly beautiful, or majestic, or colourful, but they do all play a key role in maintaining the balance of marine ecosystems.
Starting with the posidonia, which provides large amounts of oxygen, to small detritivore organisms such as hermit crabs that recycle the remains of organic matter, and even us, the divers, when we participate in restoration projects and conduct studies of marine habitats, we are all The Guardians of the Sea.
Our recommended dive: Port Salvi
Port Salvi, also known as Eden Roc, is one of the best-known diving areas on the Costa Brava. Its seabed reaches an initial depth of up to 14 metres where there is a flat area and from there it descends down a slope to a depth of 27 metres. The wall on the south side is the best known and there are two tunnels and a narrow canyon.
The route that we propose starts from the rocks in the Port Salvi area, which we access on foot, and we will aim to reach the maximum planned depth, from this point it slowly rises going back towards the cove.
It is a relatively easy diving area which is protected from bad weather, although due to the depth, the dive is recommended once an advanced level of diving has been attained.
During the descent, we’ll see many organisms that feed on remains deposited on the seabed or suspended particles, but we can also observe small fish and perhaps some octopuses or spiny lobsters, as well as many organisms without any feet or heads embedded in the rocks.
Participating is important! Remember that you can also be the protagonist by participating in one of the conservation activities that the diving centres collaborate in, from sightings and censuses to seabed cleanups.
Contact your centre and get information on the environmental conservation activities they carry out and find out how you can take part.