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The Marine Life of Puget Sound

The Marine Life of Puget Sound

Written by Leisure Pro Staff
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Published on March 28, 2015

While the waters of the Pacific Northwest may seem anything but hospitable to SCUBA divers, with the right exposure protection, there is a wealth of marine life to observe beneath the surface. One of the most incredible areas to dive is in Washington state’s Puget Sound, the second largest marine estuary in the lower 48 states, where frigid, nutrient-rich waters play host to an array of beautiful life forms. Here is just a small sampling of the marine life of Puget Sound you have a good chance of seeing on your next dive!

Geoduck

Orca

Lingcod

Giant Pacific Octopus

Sea Otter

Egg Yolk Jellyfish

Lewis’ Moon Snail

Plumose Anemone

Orange Sea Pen

Sunflower Seastar

Swimming Scallop

Spot Prawn

Leisure Pro Staff

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