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**History** The Baby Rocks are recorded as the place where Halley's comet first appeared in history. The ancient settlement of Aegospotami, which overlooks the Baby Rocks, is described by the elder Pliny and Aristotle as the site where a large brown meteorite fell in 467 BC, during which Halley's Comet was also seen. It is believed that the Battle of Aegospotami, which took place among the Athenians and resulted in a decisive victory for the Spartans, occurred in this region. According to another account regarding the Baby Rocks, it is said that people fleeing from pirate raids left their babies on these rocks to avoid being heard, which is why the rocks are referred to as the Baby Rocks. The Baby Rocks, which contain numerous dive sites, offer divers seeking a current diving experience a variety of colors and vibrant species. In the first 20 meters, a dense population of yellow and soft corals can be observed. Generally, corals that feed on zooplankton open their tentacles at night, but here they feed during the day due to the strength of the current. Other fauna you will see here includes red and yellow scad fish, which can be found in almost all rock crevices, and insects trying to protect themselves from enemies with their long antennae. The Baby Rocks also have a rich fauna in terms of moray eels. Additionally, there is a high probability of encountering species such as dolphins, lanternfish, or cat sharks in this area. **Diving Equipment Information:** The equipment to be used for diving includes the essential gear used in equipped dives: mask, fins, weights, buoyancy vest, diving tank, wetsuit (3-5 mm depending on the season), regulator, gloves, and a 7 mm neoprene suit during the November-March season, as well as semi-dry or dry suits. Diving can also be conducted with this equipment at the historical underwater park in Gallipoli.

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