A trip to the ocean just wouldn't be complete without some time spent in the water. Whether it's our local shores or a faraway tropical isle, we are drawn to swim, splash, and explore. And one of the most accessible ways to enjoy the water and the diverse species of plants, animals, and more that [...]
A very friendly Mola mola One of the main reasons we dive, snorkel, hike, visit zoos, and keep pets, is that there is something magical about having a close encounter with another species of animal. Judging from my own experiences, the thrill is greatest when the animal is enormous and observed [...]
Zoanthids in Maui Every reefkeeper's desire is to someday see the corals that we love and care for at home out in their natural environment. Sometimes, these ecosystems are drastically different from the conditions we recreate in our home aquariums. I had the opportunity to learn just that [...]
A school of young Mahi-mahi. Captain Greg patiently waited while I jumped in to photograph them. Whether you want to see whales, dolphins, sharks, or turtles, Captain Greg Metzger of Reel Science Charters knows where to find them. Whether you’re a graduate student who needs more data points for [...]