Rhinopias eschmeyeri
Rhinopias Paddle-Flap
Solitary, usually found bellow 20 meters among Goniopora hard coral colonies or among rubble. Can be distinguished from the other two Rhinopias species by paddle- like skin flaps above its eyes and on either side of its mouths resembling giant eyebrows and moustache. Usually stays in the same area for months even a year.
DIVE SITES
Types of Habitats
Please note that the variety of critters depends on the season and changes dive sites to dive site
Sand & Rubble
Lembeh’s iconic muck sites feature gentle slopes of volcanic sand scattered with debris, sponges, algae, and rubble.
Coral
Many soft and hard coral species live and thrive here, in the nutrient-rich waters of the Lembeh Strait.
Mixed
With a combination of reef and muck dives, you can enjoy a world of diving experiences in one location.
