Zoea
Protected Area
Espacio marino del poniente de Mallorca
Why dive here
With 148+ marine species recorded in the area - including dolphins, octopuses, sea turtles, sperm whales and cuttlefish - Zoea offers some of Balearic Islands's richest reef diving. Water ranges 15-29°C, warmest July, August, September.
Zoea is our pick for a dive that delivers solid Mediterranean character. Drop down and you’re immediately into a habitat where rocky ledges give way to sandy patches, perfect for spotting the less flashy but equally fascinating critters. We love drifting over the sand, keeping an eye out for a marbled electric ray settled in or the flash of an Atlantic lizardfish shooting past. It's a prime spot for the macro enthusiast, too; we’ve spent happy minutes observing the delicate pulse of a mauve stinger or the intricate patterns of a Star ascidian clinging to a rock. It's a site that rewards a slow, observant dive. Forget the rush; instead, focus on the details. You might catch a greater weever half-buried, or a tiny Ringneck blenny poking its head from a crevice. We've often seen small schools of snapper here, and if you’re lucky, a barracuda might cruise by in the blue. For divers who appreciate the subtle beauty of the Med and prefer a relaxed pace, Zoea offers a genuinely engaging experience away from the busier spots.
Typical Zoea Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Zoea
Zoea Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Zoea, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU) - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (39.52, 2.73) (12km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
24°C
75°F · Range: 21.3–25.9°C
Current Speed
26.93 cm/s
Direction: NE (31.3°)
Chlorophyll-a
0.141 mg/m³
Clear water
Salinity
37 PSU
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU)
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