How deep is lagoon water?


How deep is lagoon water? Depths rarely exceed 60 metres (about 200 feet) and many are shallower, usually less than 20 metres (about 65 feet) deep. The lagoon of Mayotte island in the Comoro archipelago in the Indian Ocean attains a maximum depth of about 92 metres (about 300 feet), but it is generally shallower.


Are lagoons safe to swim in?

There can be several dangers when swimming or kayaking in a lagoon near its pass to the open ocean, here a few: 1) Rip currents can occur in the open ocean and lagoons, which can be very dangerous for swimmers.


Do lagoons have fish?

Lagoons serve as breeding and nursery areas for a wide array of coastal fish, provide habitat and food for resident species and serve as feeding areas for seasonal species. Different areas of the lagoon environment provide specific habitat needs.