Dumaguete

  • Juvenile Orange Frogfish (Painted Frogfish) Walking the Reef

    Juvenile Orange Frogfish (Painted Frogfish) Walking the Reef

    The juvenile orange frogfish, or Antennarius pictus, is a unique ambush predator found in the Indo-Pacific. It employs mimicry to blend into its surroundings and walks across reefs using modified fins instead of swimming. Its stillness allows it to remain hidden while awaiting prey, making it a fascinating sight for divers.

  • A Few More Underwater Images From Dumaguete

    A Few More Underwater Images From Dumaguete

    I spent a week diving off the coasts of Dumaguete, Dauin and Apo Island in the Philippines. My friends and I basically ate, dived and slept. I created a lot of video and photographs underwater. After all, we were scuba diving about 4-5 times per day for a week. Previously, I posted my top 10…

  • The Magical and Deadly Blue-Ringed Octopus

    The Magical and Deadly Blue-Ringed Octopus

    While diving in Dauin, Philippines, the author encountered a Blue-Ringed Octopus, one of the most venomous marine creatures, capable of killing 26 humans with its neurotoxin, Tetrodotoxin. This octopus, commonly found in tropical reefs, uses jet propulsion for swimming. More content from the dive will be released soon.

  • 10 Cool Underwater Critters in Dauin | Philippines

    10 Cool Underwater Critters in Dauin | Philippines

    I spent a week scuba diving near Dauin and Apo Island in the Philippines, capturing various marine life with a Sealife Camera. My favorite sightings included nudibranchs, seahorses, and frogfish. Diving was organized by Atmosphere Resort, and I plan to share dive videos soon.