by Marcel Jansen | Jan 25, 2026 | Marine Life
I’ve done thousands of dives, and I still get excited when I see a reef covered in soft corals. Those pink and red ones swaying in the current, the purple sea fans, the bright yellow tree corals – they’re absolutely beautiful. But here’s what...
by Marcel Jansen | Nov 22, 2025 | Marine Life
A common sight on the coral reefs of Southeast Asia, the banded sea kraits trigger excitement in some divers and fear in others. It’s a venomous snake! With its bold black and white bands, it’s easy to spot. It may seem threatening, but most likely, it’s...
by Marcel Jansen | Sep 10, 2025 | Marine Life
Have you ever felt that someone was watching you, during a dive? Only to spot the toothy grin of a Moray eel sticking out of a hole? Perhaps you did not feel much sympathy for this creature. Still, Moray eels are some of the ocean’s most intriguing predators, and they...
by Marcel Jansen | Jan 30, 2025 | Marine Life
As a diving instructor, you’ll meet fascinating sea creatures every day. Sea turtles are a common sight on many dive spots and a favorite for many divers. Every diver loves to watch a turtle! They’re graceful, peaceful, and sometimes full of surprises. Let’s first...
by Marcel Jansen | Aug 17, 2024 | Marine Life
Blacktip reef sharks are one of the most commonly encountered shark species in Southeast Asia. For many divers, spotting a blacktip is a highlight of the dive. These sharks normally hang out on shallower reefs, making them easy to spot even for snorkelers. However,...
by Marcel Jansen | Feb 6, 2024 | Marine Life
There are lots of unusual fish to spot on a dive and the bumbling Pufferfish and Porcupinefish are definitely among them. With their quirky appearance and clumsy swimming style, they captivate the imagination of scuba divers worldwide. There are many things to...
