Oryoku Maru Wreck Dive, Subic Bay, Philippines
The Oryoku Maru was a Japanese freighter sunk by US Navy fighter planes during World War II. It is now a popular dive site in Subic Bay, Philippines.
The Oryoku Maru is a 130-meter (427-foot) long freighter that lies in 18 meters (59 feet) of water. The wreck is home to a variety of marine life, including fish, coral, and crustaceans. The wreck is also a popular spot for wreck penetration dives.
The Oryoku Maru is home to a variety of marine life, including:
Fish: angelfish, butterflyfish, clownfish, damselfish, groupers, lionfish, snapper, and tuna
Coral: hard coral, soft coral, and gorgonian coral
Crustaceans: lobsters, shrimps, and crabs
Other: turtles, nudibranchs, and sea anemones