California's Underwater Giants
Giant kelp (Macrocystis pyrifera) is the largest of the world’s marine algae species. It can grow over 12 inches per day, and can reach a height of over 100 feet. Along the Southern California coast, it often grows in dense patches and forms “kelp forests.” There is nothing quite like swimming through this underwater forest and watching the sunlight filtering in through the canopy. Come dive with us. Let’s explore the majestic kelp forest together!
There is Lots of Color!
Many people seem surprised when we show them scenes like this from local California dives. They think California’s reefs are drab and lacks color. Nothing could be further from the truth! As you can see from this image, the rocky reefs of California is quite colorful and full of life.
Oh, What a Big Bird... Wait What?
So I was taking pictures of the black coral at 100 ft….then suddenly three divers swam into my frame. For a moment I thought, “Wow, those are some big birds…” lol
This is What We Go There to See
Clear blue water, large sea fan, colorful sponges, tunicates, sea anemone, and multitudes of reef fish. This is what we go to the Coral Triangle to see.
Show the Love!
Anyone know what this bird is? It looked like an immature seabird of some kind, but I have no idea what. We were at Gunung api, a small volcanic island in the middle of the Banda Sea, when this little bird flew onto the deck of our boat. Do you see the tattoo on the hand of one of our divers? This bird knew where to find the love!
