Ever wondered what makes us do what we do as scuba divers? Psychology for Scuba Divers explores behavior and emotion in diving. With reference to established psychological theory and specific research in scuba diving, topics include: anxiety and the panic…
La Cana Dive Site – Gardens of the Queen Cuba
Pure white sand and crystal blue water, what else could you ask for with Caribbean diving? We really enjoyed the tranquil beauty of La Cana, an easy dive site in the Gardens of the Queen Cuba. Rocky coral bommies surrounded…
Up Close And Personal With Caribbean Coral Macro Photography
Caribbean Coral Macro Photography It’s easy to swim right past coral colonies while scuba diving. Perhaps you notice their shape or stature, but few divers will get up close and personal and start observing corals at a macro level. Depending…
Top 10 Corals to Spot in the Gardens of the Queen, Cuba
Coral Spotting in Cuba Gardens of the Queen, a protected archipelago off the southern coast of Cuba, is renowned for their healthy population of sharks and mature fish. But coral diversity in the park can be just as spectacular, especially…
Reef Patrol Underwater Filming Tips – Ep 01 Camera Housings
Reef Patrol Underwater Filming Tips Are you ready to upgrade your underwater camera, or just looking for some tips about choosing the best housing for you? You’re gonna love this new YouTube Series by underwater filmmaker Vanessa Cara-Kerr on her channel…
5 Seas Dive Site Cuba – The Perfect Balance of Corals and Fish
5 Seas was one of the most memorable dive sites in the Gardens of the Queen Cuba. The curious groupers stole my heart, and I found quite a few exceptional coral colonies, making this a perfectly balanced dive between corals…
The Crown Jewel of ANY Aquarium: An Overview of the Royal Gramma
This vibrantly colored fish makes an excellent addition to saltwater aquariums; it is hardy, and relatively low maintenance, which makes it ideal for both beginners and experienced aquarists alike. The Royal Gramma (Gramma loreto) is a calm and rather shy…
WATCH: The Most Curious Grouper, My Favorite Dive Experience in Cuba
Curious Grouper I went to the Gardens of the Queen in search of rare corals, but little did I know, I would be leaving with a crush on a grouper. The curious groups in the Gardens of the Queen are fins…
Magnificent Elkhorn Coral Habitat, Gardens of the Queen, Cuba
Acropora palmata, the Elkhorn Coral, is the king of all Caribbean Coral Reef species. Acropora palmata grows into thick robust branches and is the most important reef-building species in the Caribbean. Acropora palmata was once a dominant species in the Caribbean but unfortunately, there has…
Reef Walls, Sharks, Tarpons, and More! Los Mogotes Dive Site, Cuba
Los Mogotes Dive Site If I had to pick a favorite dive site in Cuba’s Gardens of the Queen, Los Mogotes would definitely make it into the top three. As I edit my way through my Cuban photo collection, Los…