C-53 Wreck Felipe Xicotencatl

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C-53 Wreck Felipe Xicotencatl

7 mMax Depth
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About This Site

The C-53 is a 184 ft long Mexican Navy Minesweeper that was sunk in June 2000. It lies on a sandy bottom at 80’. Huge hole have been cut into the ships sides and interior to allow divers to enter and exit safely. Inside the ship there are Lobster, Crab, Eels, Schools of Glassy Sweepers and Sardines. Outside there are often Barracudas and Grouper. While diving the C-53 keep a look out for the Atlantis Submarine making a visit.

Marine Life (5 species)

BarracudaEagle raysGrouperMoray eelSea turtle

Photos

C-53 Wreck Felipe Xicotencatl photo 2