Scuba Diving
Welcome to the hub of my underwater adventures. This archive collects my experiences, travel reports, and photography from around the globe, celebrating the incredible world of scuba diving. Whether you are looking for trip inspiration, gear insights, or simply want to explore the ocean’s depths through my lens, you’ll find it all right here.
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Pregnant Tiger Sharks in Fuvahmulah, Maldives
Fuvahmula, an atoll in the Indian Ocean, is a hotspot for marine enthusiasts, particularly for observing Tiger Sharks. The area features a resident population, including pregnant females crucial for species continuation. Scuba diving is available, emphasizing responsible practices and guidance from professionals. Visiting offers a unique opportunity to experience these majestic predators.
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A Caribbean Lionfish Story
Once upon a time, a Lionfish named Leo lived in the heart of the Caribbean Sea. Leo was magnificent with long, flowing fins and vibrant, brilliant brown and white stripes. He lived among the coral reefs and was known as the king of the sea, feared and respected by all the sea creatures. One day,…
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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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White-Spotted Hermit Crab Feeding
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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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Christmas Tree Worm
The Christmas tree worm, known scientifically as Spirobranchus giganteus, is a tube-building worm native to tropical oceans between the Caribbean and Indo-Pacific. The worms’ most distinct features are two “crowns” shaped like Christmas trees. The multicolored spirals are highly derived structures for feeding and respiration. Christmas tree worms average about 1.5 inches in length, and their…
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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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Divers On A Rope
Scuba divers on a safety stop in Beqa Lagoon, Fiji. A safety stop is a 3 to 5 minute stop made between 15 and 20 feet (5-6 meters) during the final ascent of a dive. Safety stops are considered mandatory by the majority of scuba training organization for dives deeper than 100 feet or those approaching…
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Motivational Monday : Chromodoris
This Nudibranch is called Chromodoris. It was spotted near Waidroka Bay in Fiji. Music by DJ Henry Hall
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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…