Dive-site story
Located within the protected biological zone off Chioggia in the northern Adriatic Sea, this site centers on a cluster of natural biogenic rocky outcrops known locally as Tegnùe. Maintained by a local diving club with dedicated guide lines, the formation features biocalcareous structures built up over millennia by red calcareous algae. Diver pathways navigate intricate fissures, undercut ledges, and slab-like rock blocks rising abruptly from the surrounding muddy sea floor.
Submerged biogenic reef formations hosting complex Mediterranean micro-ecosystems
Network of guide lines connecting rock outcrops and micro-habitats
Dense populations of encrusting sponges, sea squirts, and colonial invertebrates
Location
Use the map to plan with your operator and confirm the exact entry point on the day.
Seasonality
Late spring through autumn provides warmer sea temperatures and calmer conditions offshore.
Marine life
| Species | Likelihood | J | F | M | A | M | J | J | A | S | O | N | D |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| European LobsterHomarus gammarus | Common | ||||||||||||
| Brown MeagreSciaena umbra | Common | ||||||||||||
| Small European Locust LobsterScyllarus arctus | Common | ||||||||||||
| European CongerConger conger | Common | ||||||||||||
| Purple FlabellinaFlabellina affinis | Seasonal |
Marine forecast
