Fiji
Often called the “Soft Coral Capital of the World,” Fiji delivers an explosion of color underwater. In this section, you will find images and reports from the vibrant reefs of the Bligh Water and the shark-filled depths of Beqa Lagoon, showcasing why these islands are a favorite for wide-angle photography.
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Phyllidia: Nature’s Living Jewels
Black, white, and yellow nudibranch Marine Life · Nudibranchs Phyllidia nudibranchs are a type of sea slug found in tropical waters worldwide. These marine creatures are known for their distinctive colors and patterns, making them a favorite subject for underwater photographers. Characteristics Phyllidia nudibranchs belong to the phylum Mollusca and the class Gastropoda — the…
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12 Prized Sea Slugs: A Macro Cinematography Guide
The author expresses deep gratitude for winning first place in the Big Apple Divers Video Contest at Beneath the Sea on March 26, 2023. They thank the judges for recognizing their work and appreciate the chance to share their passion for underwater videography with others in the diving community.
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Fiji Anemonefish
Fiji is home to five native anemonefish species: Clark’s Anemonefish (Amphiprion clarkii), Orangefin Anemonefish (Amphiprion chrysopterus), Pink Anemonefish (Amphiprion perideraion), Pacific Anemonefish (Amphiprion pacificus), and the Fiji Anemonefish (Amphiprion barberi). Among them, the Fiji Anemonefish stands out as a regional species found in Fiji and nearby island groups, making it especially interesting for divers and…
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Scuba Diving the Bligh Waters of Fiji
Fiji is known throughout the scuba diving community as the soft coral capital of the world. Last year, I had the opportunity to dive the famous Bligh Water reef system. During my visit, an approaching storm pushed sediment toward the island, limiting visibility on some dives. However, these conditions only really affected underwater videography. The…
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This Time Last Year – Tiger Shark
We arrived at the on-premise dive shop at Waidroka Bay Resort and were told our first dives would be at a dive site called “Shark Reef.” Divers from around the world visit Fiji to dive with up to 8 different species of sharks. Mostly Bull Sharks, Whitetip Reef Sharks, Blacktip Reef Sharks, Nurse Sharks, Lemon…
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11:44AM Christmas Scuba Dive
How time flies! Last Christmas, we explored the colorful and healthy coral reef off the coast of Fiji. Happy Holidays!
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A Family of Clark’s Anemonefish in Fiji
The sea is flat, the sun is out, and the dive boats leave the resort loaded with tanks and camera gear for another morning in Fiji. After a ride of about 45 minutes, we arrive at a new dive site in the Koro Sea and begin descending in buddy teams along a sloping sea wall.…
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Diving the Coral Coast of Fiji
Viti Levu is the largest island in the Republic of Fiji. The island is about 91 miles long and 66 miles wide, covering over 4,000 square miles. The island is so large and diverse that I had to divide my dive trip into two parts. On the first leg of my trip, I dived on…
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Sneaky Shark on Reef Patrol
This Whitetip Reef Shark (Triaenodon obesus) circled us several times. Each time, the shark circled closer and closer. On this pass, the sneaky shark approached us from the bottom of the reef and came in for a closer inspection. I was not planning on filming this shark. I was attempting to film several different species…
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Yellow-Spotted Flatworm (Thysanozoon nigropapillosum)
This is a Yellow-Spotted Flatworm (Thysanozoon nigropapillosum). It is a species of polyclad flatworms belonging to the family Pseudocerotidae. We spotted this lovely creature while diving off the coast of Fiji. Our dive guide referred to this enchanting invertebrate as a Yellow-Spotted Flatworm. However, it is also referred to as Gold-Speckled Flatworm, Yellow Papillae Flatworm,…