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The Benwood Wreck Suggest edit

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BeginnerDifficulty
BeginnerRecommended cert
18Max dive depth
18.0 mSite max depth
10.0–30.0 mVisibility
MildCurrent
NoneSurge
40 minAvg dive time
May to SeptemberBest months
26.0–30.0 °CWater (summer)
22.0–25.0 °CWater (winter)
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The Benwood Wreck is a popular dive site located in the Florida Keys, known for its historical significance and marine life. The wreck is a former cargo ship that sank in 1942 and has since become an artificial reef, attracting a variety of fish and other marine organisms.

Divers can explore the remains of the ship, which are scattered over a sandy bottom. The wreck is home to numerous fish species, including snapper and grouper, and offers opportunities for underwater photography.

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Wide-angle for the wreck, macro for marine life
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