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Finally the rain stopped and the big swell subdued (not quite sure about the run-off). I headed out to the canyon for a night dive – the first dive of the new month. When I got there, there was not any single person in the water – not even a kayaker or a surfer. I…
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The weather seems to change soon. I am trying to squeeze in for a dive before the big swell comes in. Although the forecast showed a relative calm sea, when I got there, the wind picked up and the waves were big. I stood on the beach and timed the surf to get in. The…
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Headed out today to the canyon, hoping to see the triggerfish again. I dropped off a bit north and followed the canyon wall to the south. The cliff was steep and the big octopus was hanging inside the den. Seeing my light, it switched to a defensive position. The animal was sensitive to my dive…
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Once in a while, unusual weather patterns causes strange current, which brings in uncommon species to the shores. The creatures, such as sea horses, frog fish, and sea robins, may be very likely overlooked in their native locations but immediately become exotic sightings, raising curiosity and a lots of attention. Another example of such creature…
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I am trying to vary the route of my dive and hope to make the sighting a bit different each time. Tonight, I decided to kick out further to the secret garden – as the day still gets dark early, getting to the secret garden is challenging. There is a bit twilight tonight, which helps…
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