ZEBRA
Protected Area
Lizard Point
Why dive here
With 176+ marine species recorded in the area - including blue sharks, dolphins, dwarf minke whales, humpback whales and ocean sunfish (mola mola) - ZEBRA offers some of Cornwall & Devon's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 10-18°C, warmest July, August, September.
The Zebra, a steamship built in Glasgow, met its end in dense fog near Lizard Point back in 1856. Today, what’s left of her sits in shallow water, a scatter of wreckage draped over rocks. You'll find plates, ribs, and machinery parts, a real testament to her old steam engine. We like it for a gentle poke around, especially on a calm day. Look closely among the metalwork and you'll spot plenty of blennies darting about, with sea anemones adding splashes of colour to the rust. It’s a good spot for newer wreck divers or those looking for a relaxed second dive.
Safety Notes
Wreck site - avoid penetration without wreck diving certification. Watch for sharp metal and entanglement hazards.
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Porthkerris Divers
DiveUK
Seaways Diving
Karleyth Diving Ltd.
Wavecrest Scuba
Viewpoint Diving Centre
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for ZEBRA
ZEBRA Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for ZEBRA, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (50.44, -2.73) (3km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
17°C
62°F · Range: 15.1–17.5°C
Air Temperature
13°C
56°F
Wind Speed
8.14 m/s
15.8 knots
Atmospheric Pressure
1011 hPa
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data
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