This dive site, Cabeços Ilhéu Mosteiros, is situated on the western side of the Mosteiros Islet in Portugal's Azores archipelago. Known for its potential for deep dives and significant currents, navigation requires experience. The site's location near an islet suggests a rugged underwater topography shaped by volcanic activity.
Divers can expect to encounter a variety of marine life, including Canary Damsel, Salema, Rainbow wrasse, Ornate Wrasse, Azores Chromis, Rock-pool Blenny, Rusty blenny, Red scorpion fish, and Madeira rockfish. The site is also characterized by passing marine life and larger species, indicating potential encounters with pelagic fish.
The best time to visit this site would likely coincide with periods of calmer weather to mitigate the strong currents, though these currents are also what attract the larger pelagic species. Divers should be experienced and prepared for challenging conditions. Freedivers and snorkelers may find the strong currents and deep potential less suitable, making it primarily a scuba diving destination for advanced divers.
