Prickly tube – sponge
Just like fish there are many different types of sponges in the sea and although when you look at it you may not think that it is an animal it actually is! There are over 6000 species of sponges and most live in the marine environment. This prickly tube sponge is a sponge found in the Red Sea its complex name is Callyspongia crassa. It can reach around 50 cm and can be characterized by its flexible brown tubes. It weighs up to around 20pounds and has an amazing life span of up to 2300 years! Spo...
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Types of sharks found in The Red Sea
The Red Sea is a must dive destination for all divers because of its vast and magnificent marine life. You can experience various dive sites all with their own unique quirks and infamous sea creatures. Diving in this region is growing more and more popular especially for advanced divers that want to catch a glimpse of larger sea creatures in the open water. The demand for shark diving is growing worldwide and The Red Sea is home to 10 different species of shark. This makes it a hotspot for divin...
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Do’s and Don’ts when diving with sharks
Diving with sharks is an exhilarating experience that can t afford to be missed by any experienced diver. However it is crucial to dive safely and with a reputable dive center with professional instructors. Here are our top tips when diving with sharks to ensure a safe and unforgettable experience. 1 Safety in numbers It is always recommended to dive in a group because sharks usually target individuals alone. While in a group it s best to keep space between each other so that the shark does not ...
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Swimming with dolphins
Types of dolphin experiences Swimming with dolphins is a dreamy experience for many people especially families with young children. Many vacation packages offer excursions guaranteeing swimming with dolphins. Although these types of tours sound incredible it is very important to choose excursions wisely because many treat the dolphins cruelly and even cause them harm. Safe and enjoyable ways to experience dolphins Fortunately there are safe and enjoyable ways to experience dolphins in the wild. ...
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Reef – safe Sunscreen
What is reef safe sunscreen? We are all conscious nowadays of the importance of protecting ourselves in the sun. Thousands of people visit places like The Red Sea every year and the majority wear sunscreen. Sunscreen is very important for our protection from harmful sun rays however many sunscreens are damaging to sea life. Sunscreens fall into two major categories physical and chemical. Chemical sunscreens are popular but contain oxybenzone and octinoxate which causes the bleaching of corals. P...
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