naturefoundationsxm.org · Reference
Nature Foundation marine-park page confirming protected mooring use and site listing with Fish Bowl at 18 m.
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Fish Bowl
Shallow marine-park reef with a short swim-through and dense fish life.
ScubaBoat EntryIntermediate
Reef
Local operator required
A local operator is the practical default because Fish Bowl is normally visited by boat within the marine park mooring system.
Boat-access bowl-shaped reef in the marine park, with schooling fish, a short swim-through, and an easy profile that still needs clean buoyancy.
About Fish Bowl
Fish Bowl is a shallow reef inside the Man of War Shoal Marine Park, named for its bowl-like shape and the dense fish life that gathers over the coral. Divers usually circle the reef structure, watch schooling fish move across the topography, and finish near a short swim-through where larger visitors like barracuda and sharks sometimes patrol. The profile is not especially deep, but the route still rewards tidy buoyancy and spacing because the swim-through and tighter reef sections can crowd quickly. It is a strong choice for divers who want an easy marine-park reef with lively Caribbean fish action and just enough structure to keep the route interesting.
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Research Estimate At Fish Bowl
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 18m
AccessModerate entry effort
Coral HealthHealthy coral
Marine LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesBasic facilities
CrowdedModerate
Surge StrengthLight surge
Where Is Fish Bowl?
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Fish Bowl Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
12m - 18m
Depth Note
Public references place Fish Bowl in the shallow marine-park reef band, starting around 12 m and commonly associated with the 18 m park mooring depth used for the site.
Best Season
Commonly dived year-round on suitable weather windows, especially on calmer days when the reef is easiest to enjoy and photograph.
Typical Conditions
Shallow protected reef with a bowl-like layout, strong fish life, and a short swim-through as the main route feature.
Safety & Access At Fish Bowl
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Overhead environmentDangerous wildlife
Safety Notes
Manage spacing and buoyancy through the short swim-through, and stay alert for barracuda and nurse or reef sharks moving around the outer reef.
Access Restrictions
Usually visited by boat inside the Man of War Shoal Marine Park using established moorings rather than free anchoring.
Legal Notes
Marine-park rules apply. Use moorings, avoid touching the reef, and follow local protected-area guidance.
Local Intel For Fish Bowl
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba
A comfortable shallow reef dive where the highlights are fish schools, reef topography, and a short swim-through near the end of the route.
Freedive
Not a common freedive target in public sources; the site is mainly presented as a shallow scuba reef inside the marine park.
Snorkel
Not usually promoted as a snorkel site because the reef layout and swim-through are better appreciated on scuba.
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Wildlife at Fish Bowl
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Recent Logged Visits At Fish Bowl
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Avg. Visibility18m
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Fish Bowl Guide - Frequently Asked Questions
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Fish Bowl Guide - Sources and Updates
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Research Sources
www.dcnanature.org · Report
Marine park management plan noting Fish Bowl as a reef site that attracts nurse sharks.
www.flickr.com · Photo Essay
Operator photo set describing the reef's shape, 40 to 60 ft band, sand channels, and occasional rough surface conditions.
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