U 861 - Scottish West Coast

The U 861, part of Operation Deadlight, rests upright on the seabed at 35 metres. This Type IXD2 U-boat is largely intact, making for a substantial dive. You can trace its conning tower and deck, often swathed in plumose anemones, which are a common sight in these cooler waters. While not a coral reef, the wreck itself is a habitat, attracting cod and wrasse that shelter in the torpedo tubes and along the hull. It’s a dive for those who appreciate maritime history and the quiet solitude of a deep, well-preserved wreck.

Location
Scottish West Coast, United Kingdom, Mediterranean & Europe
Coordinates
55.417400, -7.252366
Type
wreck
Maximum Depth
35m

Marine Protected Area: Magilligan Point

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Marine Life in Scottish West Coast

Home to 127 recorded species including 50 reef fish, 15 whales & dolphins, 10 seagrass & algae, 9 sharks & rays, 8 other, 7 crabs & lobsters.

Notable Species