USS Peary Wreck

Northern Territory, Australia

Depth

26m

Visibility

10m - 30m

Entry

Boat

Experience Level

Experienced

About USS Peary Wreck

Also known as the DD 226. The USS Peary was an American Clemson Class Destroyer Vessel. She served in WW11. She sank on 19 February 1942 after heavy air attack from Japanese Bombers. The USS Peary was known to be the vessel with the highest loss of life in this area, during the war. Its a very interesting dive with lots to see and explore. Abundant marine and coral life.

USS Peary Wreck Dive Info

Terrain & Features

Reef, Wreck

Entry Type

Boat

Max Depth

26m

Visibility Range

10m – 30m

Experience Level

Experienced

Best Gas

21% – 39%

O₂

Marine Life

Jacks
Mackerel
Various
Pelagic Fish
Jew Fish
Snappers
Groupers
Tropical Fish

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