north carolina
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Sand Tiger Sharks of the North Carolina Shipwrecks
North Carolina is renowned for its sand tiger shark encounters during shipwreck diving, thanks to the unique underwater structure of its wrecks. These sharks, classified as Vulnerable, are memorable for their slow movement and striking presence, making them sought-after by divers and photographers alike, especially from May to October.
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Chasing Clouds: Atlantic Beach Sunset in Motion
Atlantic Beach, on North Carolina’s Crystal Coast, is a place where the sky shifts and changes as much as the ocean. During my latest Chasing Clouds shoot, I set up my camera for time-lapse to watch the sun sink beyond the horizon. In just one minute of film, hours of light and cloud movement unfold.…
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In the Shadow of a Wreck: Great Barracuda of North Carolina
The great barracuda (Sphyraena barracuda) is the largest of its kind in the Atlantic. While several smaller species exist, this is the only large predator divers are likely to encounter off North Carolina’s shipwrecks. Streamlined and built for speed, it is capable of bursts up to 36 mph (58 km/h). Reefs and wrecks provide perfect…
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North Carolina Wreck Diving: The Bruse Reeb
North Carolina is often called the Graveyard of the Atlantic, home to hundreds of shipwrecks scattered along its coast. While the famous wrecks like the U-352 and the Spar get most of the attention, some of the most memorable dives come from the lesser-known sites hidden offshore. On a recent trip with Gotham Divers, aboard…