Batu Belanda
A wall on the west coast of Banda Besar down to about 24 m. Low light limits coral growth, but the site is known for the rare Lembeh sea dragon (a pipefish) hiding on black crinoids, and for a cavern at about 13 m lit by light shafts. Barrel sponges and Napoleon wrasse complete the picture.
Facts
- Region: Banda Sea & Ambon
- Area: Banda Islands
- Depth: 24 m
- Level: intermediate
- Current: moderate
- Type: wall, cave
- Coordinates: -4.552, 129.859 (approximate)
- Highlights: Lembeh sea dragon, black crinoids, barrel sponges, Napoleon wrasse, cavern with light beams
- Tips: Ask the guide to check the black crinoids slowly; the sea dragon is tiny and well camouflaged.