World’s deepest underwater sinkhole found in South China Sea
[embedded content] The deep blue hole called the “Dragon Hole” or “The Eye” by locals has set a new record for the deepest blue hole in the world. According to Xinhua News, the Dragon Hole is 987 feet (300.89 meters) deep. Researchers who have spent the past year exploring and using an underwater robot, were able to determine the depth of the blue hole. Researchers found more than 20 species of fish in the upper part of the sinkhole but below 100 meters the water is oxygen-free or nearly oxygen free. Therefore it’s unlikely there is any life much beyond the 100 meter mark. The most well known and recognized blue hole, the Great Blue Hole of Belize is 300 meters across and 124 meters deep and the deepest sinkhole priorReef Threads Podcast #285
Jennifer Idol, diver, photographer, and author of An American Immersion
We’re back with podcast #285. This week we welcome guest Jennifer Idol who talks about her new book An American Immersion, and her experiences as the first woman to dive in all 50 states. Don’t miss this conversation with a talented diver and photographer. Download the podcast here, or subscribe to our podcasts at iTunes. Also, follow us on Twitter at reefthreads.—Gary and ChristineSponsor: Rod’s Food
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An American Immersion
An American Immersion
Focus on Fish – Regal Angelfish
A Regal Angelfish is a striking addition to any reef tank, standing out among other fish as one of the main attractions. They have bright orange/canary yellow bodies with beautiful blue accents and vertical white bars. Regals from the Red Sea and Maldives are more sought after due to their orange/yellow bellies versus those with grayish bellies from Tahiti, the Coral Sea and Indo-Pacific region. A Regal’s beauty is certainly enticing but there are a few risks to consider before purchasing this expensive fish. For starters, they are very difficult to keep and require an established tank over 100 gallons with a lot of live rock to graze on. It is also imperative to find one that is eating. If you order one online, IThe First Ever Aquacultured Yasha Gobies Announced
Quality Marine Press Release Announcement available for the public – The First Ever Aquacultured Yasha Gobies Headed to Quality Marine Pursuant to our continued efforts to support captive breeding initiatives, as well as our dedication to remaining a leading source of aquacultured specimens whenever available, Quality Marine is excited to announce we’re adding yet another breakthrough species to our growing list – the Yasha Goby (Stonogoniops yasha). S. yasha is easily one of the most desirable species of goby available to aquarists. Known as the Yasha Goby (or, alternatively, the White Ray Shrimpgoby), this tiny fish is definitely not small in beauty or personality, with its vibrant red and white patterning and its greatly elongated dorsal fin. Like others in its genus, the Yasha Goby associates
