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Pink maomao, Luke Howe.

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Posted Tue 24 Jun 2008 by Kate

Pink maomao, Luke Howe.

Pink maomao Matata or Caprodon longimanus
SIZE: 55cm
HABITAT: Mid-water in archways and walls.
DIET: Plankton and salps.
BEHAVIOUR: Form schools in mid-water, usually below 15m. At rest they change colour to a blotchy pink-red.

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A very refreshing dive!  So nice to go diving in a completely unique environment.  Can understand why Jacques rated this as one of the top 10 dive sites in the world.  Thanks to the crew for the info and history and nudibranch spotting.

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