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The marine environments in the continental shelf within the influence zone of Coiba National Park have important ecological attributes that maintain a close relationship with this protected area. Due to this particular trait, a characterization of marine bottoms in Ensenada de Pixvae (co- management area for responsible fishing), was conducted by describing and documenting the main ecological aspects by means of photography and substrate sketches to represent the ecological features and its associated marine species diversity. The survey indicated opportunity to develop sustainable activities independent from fishing such as, scientific and recreational diving, which can provide economical alternatives for the local communities, with a focus on recovery and conservation of the system. There is no doubt; the characteristics of coralline communities associated to the bottoms of Ensenada de Pixvae possess attributes that generate interest for development of ecological tourism.