In June 2021, several independent diving groups and marine biology survey teams reported an unusual abundance of small, oddly shaped benthic organisms in the shallow bays (5–25 m depth) of northeastern and southern Sardinia. The informal term “mixed pickles” was used in online dive logs and social media posts to describe the visual impression: clusters of yellow, green, brown, and translucent gelatinous bodies covering rocky substrates and seagrass meadows. This paper examines what these organisms likely were, their ecological role, and why they were particularly visible in June 2021.
: Famous for its massive natural sea caves that provide deep shade on hot summer afternoons. mixedpickles in the bays of sardinia 06 2021
| Category | Tips & Details | | :--- | :--- | | 🛥️ | Base: Portisco, Cannigione, and Palau are popular starting points. Mooring Fees: For a 12m yacht, marina fees can range from €20 to €200, depending on the location and if it's a weekend. Anchoring in a bay with mooring buoys is often cheaper than a marina. | | ⚓ Navigation & Safety | Marine Park Rules: Follow regulations in the Maddalena Archipelago. Use designated buoy systems and avoid anchoring on seagrass. Wind Awareness: The Mistral (NW) wind is common. Choose your anchorages for shelter based on the forecast. Charts & Guides: Use the "Italian Waters Pilot" or the "777 Harbours and Anchorages - Sardinia" guide for detailed information on ports and coves. | | 🍝 Food & Drink | Self-Catering: Stock up on groceries and water at marinas like Portisco before heading out. Dining Ashore: Don't miss the chance to enjoy authentic Sardinian cuisine, from fresh seafood and antipasti to local specialties like culurgiones (pasta) and seadas (honey and cheese fritters). | In June 2021, several independent diving groups and
Situated off the northern tip of the island, this collection of granite islands feels like another world. Cala Coticcio OpenLa Maddalena, Metropolitan City of Sassari, Italy : Famous for its massive natural sea caves
In addition, small tunicates like Botrylloides species formed gelatinous, multicolored mats on rocky overhangs, adding to the “mixed jar” effect.
Famous for its pinnacles —rocky towers rising from the sea. Mixedpickles spent four hours here. The crew’s logbook entry reads: “Snorkeled the eastern reef. Saw barracuda and a moray. Lunch: panino with local pecorino and ‘pane carasau.’” The bay’s shallow entrance (2-3m) makes it ideal for mixed-skill crews. No swell in June.
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