In the heart of the Philippines lies the picturesque island of Cebu, known for its vibrant culture, stunning landscapes, and the remarkable opportunity it offers to snorkel with the gentle giants of the ocean – whale sharks. With a sense … Continue reading Diving into the World of Whale Sharks off the Cebu Coast
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
Once upon a time, in the vibrant depths of the ocean, there lived a cheeky little starfish named Speedy. While most starfish were content with a leisurely pace, Speedy had a need for speed that set him apart from his … Continue reading Starfish vs. Underwater Photographers
I am incredibly humbled and grateful to have been awarded first place in the Big Apple Divers Video Contest at Beneath the Sea on March 26, 2023. It is an honor to be recognized by such a respected organization in … Continue reading 2 Minutes and 12 Sea Slugs
International Day of the Seal is observed on March 22 every year. The day is set aside to raise awareness about seal conservation’s importance and honor these fascinating sea mammals. The day was first celebrated in 1982 and was established … Continue reading Day of the Seal
Fuvahmula is a beautiful atoll located in the Indian Ocean. It is a great place for marine enthusiasts to come and observe the incredible creatures that lurk beneath the surface. There is a resident family of Tiger Sharks that patrol … Continue reading Pregnant Tiger Sharks in Fuvahmulah, Maldives
Fiji hosts five species of Anemonefish. The most common are Clark’s Anemonefish, Oragnefin Anemonefish, Pink Anemonefish, Pacific Anemonefish, and Fiji Anemonefish. Continue reading Fiji Anemonefish
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 … Continue reading This Time Last Year – Tiger Shark
How time flies! Last Christmas, we explored the colorful and healthy coral reef off the coast of Fiji. Happy Holidays! Continue reading 11:44AM Christmas Scuba Dive
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 … Continue reading Diving the Coral Coast of Fiji
This Nudibranch is called Chromodoris. It was spotted near Waidroka Bay in Fiji. Music by DJ Henry Hall Continue reading Motivational Monday : Chromodoris
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 … Continue reading Yellow-Spotted Flatworm (Thysanozoon nigropapillosum)
One of my favorite fish to observe in the Caribbean is the Smooth Trunkfish. For some reason it remind me of a disco. 😀 The Smooth Trunkfish is also known as Lactophrys triqueter. It’s a species of boxfish commonly found … Continue reading Trunkfish Tuesday
Lost in nature and memorized by large schools of fish with circling sharks waiting for an opportunity. I slowly drift into a dangerous pathway in the open ocean. Continue reading Schooling Fish and Circling Sharks
Pederson Cleaner Shrimp caring for it eggs. These images were captured in St. Vincent. Continue reading Pederson Cleaner Shrimp with Eggs
