Seal Rock

Seal Rock in Nova Scotia is an intermediate dive site named for the grey seal colony that frequents this offshore rock formation. The submerged portion of the rock creates walls and ledges covered with vibrant cold-water organisms — plumose anemones, northern red anemones, and encrusting sponges. The seals themselves are the main attraction, often approaching divers with playful curiosity, spinning and blowing bubbles in close proximity. When not entertained by seals, divers explore the rich rocky habitat with large lobsters, schools of cunner, and occasional wolffish. Sea conditions and swell must be carefully assessed before visiting this exposed site.