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...
It’s the time of the year again on the west side of Thailand, that triggerfish are reproducing and defending their nests. This territorial behaviour makes triggerfish quite “unpopular” with many divers. Taking a closer look however, reveals many fascinating facts...
Scorpionfish are related to other fish in the family Scorpaenidae, which includes over 400 species of fish. Some of the most well-known and closely related fish in this family include scorpionfish, lionfish, and stonefish. All of these fish are characterized by their...
The zebra shark (Stegostoma fasciatum) is an elegant species of shark also known to many divers as the leopard shark. Zebra sharks can often be found resting on the sandy bottom near shallow coral reefs during the day. The sharks are active at night, hunting small...
Asia Scuba Instructors Blog is written by Course Director Marcel Jansen. Asia Scuba Instructors runs PADI Instructor Courses in multiple locations around Asia.