The T-Barge
The T-Barge was originally a T-shaped barge with three cranes and it was sunk for an artificial reef in 1970. She is one of three artificial reefs that were created in order to enhance recreational fishing off the KwaZulu-Natal coast. It boasts a multitude of Cauliflower corals, Crayfish and Goldies. On the sand, one often finds large Rays and Guitarfish. The wreck is home to the Harlequin Goldie (Conneli), a Goldie found only on wrecks in KwaZulu-Natal. A large colony of cleaner shrimps occupies the stern of the wreck and it is not uncommon to see Paperfish and Pineapple fish. There are normally large shoals of Karenteen, Pinkies and Blacktail that congregate on the bow of the wreck. Schooling bait fish and pelagics can also be found on this wreck. A torch and a pair of gloves are recommended equipment for this dive.
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The Dive Spots of Southern Africa
By Johan Boshoff and Amilda Boshoff
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Durban, South Africa
