Night Life – Bonaire
Bonaire is a small Caribbean island renowned for its crystal-clear waters and vibrant marine life. One of the island’s most prized inhabitants is the Caribbean lobster, … Continue reading Night Life – Bonaire
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Wordless Wednesday: Basslets
A school of Basslets along a coral reef in the Maldives. Continue reading Wordless Wednesday: Basslets
Day 2 Diving Haddhunmathi Atoll
Another fun day of scuba diving logged in the books. Today I am pretty much adjusted to the new time zone and over jet lag. We dived three sites – Pink Thila, Haleema Haa and Hithadhoo Corner. The first two … Continue reading Day 2 Diving Haddhunmathi Atoll
Underwater Critters From Viti Levu
All photos were captured underwater in the southern region of Viti Levu. Viti Levu is the largest island in the Republic of Fiji. Fiji hosts many … Continue reading Underwater Critters From Viti Levu
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 … Continue reading Scuba Diving the Bligh Waters of Fiji
White-Spotted Crab Feasting
Today, many people are feasting on leftovers like this White-Spotted Hermit Crab. 😂 This underwater clip was captured off the coast of Siladen Island in Indonesia. Happy Holidays! Continue reading White-Spotted Crab Feasting
Purple Nudibranch
Also known as the Apolegma Nudibranch (Hypselodoris apolegma) and Apolegma Sea Slug. This nudibranch was spotted off the coast of Puerto Galera in the Philippines. Slowing … Continue reading Purple Nudibranch
Underwater Images from Tubbataha
Tubbataha is a marine protected area located in the Sulu Sea in the Philippines. It is known for its stunning coral reefs and diverse marine life, … Continue reading Underwater Images from Tubbataha
Wildlife Wednesday : Flamingo Tongue
This is an image of a Flamingo Tongue feeding on soft coral in the Bahamas. Flamingo Tongues (Cyphoma gibbosum) are commonly found on many of the … Continue reading Wildlife Wednesday : Flamingo Tongue
Flamingo Tongue Snail (Cyphoma gibbosum)
The Flamingo Tongue Snail, Cyphoma gibbosum, a marine gastropod that lives below the low tide mark. It is common on many Caribbean and southern Atlantic coral … Continue reading Flamingo Tongue Snail (Cyphoma gibbosum)
Phyllidia: Nature’s Living Jewels
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 … Continue reading Phyllidia: Nature’s Living Jewels
An Unforgettable Encounter with the Tasseled Scorpionfish
A captivating sight unfolded before me during a scuba dive off the mesmerizing coast of Manado, Indonesia. Amidst the underwater world, my gaze fell upon a magnificent creature known as Scorpaenopsis oxycephala, commonly known as the Tassled Scorpionfish. Unlike their … Continue reading An Unforgettable Encounter with the Tasseled Scorpionfish
Coral Bommies
I’m always happy when I dive a site that presents beautiful coral bommies with abundant small fish. Bommies are an outcrop of coral reef, often resembling a column, that is higher than the surrounding platform of reef and which may … Continue reading Coral Bommies
Titan Triggerfish
Generally, I stay away from Titan Triggerfish. They actually scare me more than sharks. During nesting season, I have seen them vigorously attack scuba divers that accidentally venture near their nest. Since we were in the off season, I was … Continue reading Titan Triggerfish
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 … Continue reading A Caribbean Lionfish Story
