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Cloud Sponges (Aphrocallistes vastus), are deep-water animals that form large, billowing growths up to ten feet in diameter and nearly seven feet high. They belong to a group of primitive organisms that use silica to form glass-like spicules to form the support structure of the sponge. Cloud sponges are found from Alaska to Mexico, typically [...]

Every once in a while we get called upon to do something that is really quite fascinating, neither Jessie or I are scientists but we do get to spend time with them which really completes the circle for us when it come to enjoying the ocean we spend so much time on and under. On [...]

Sailfin Sculpins are a common site for divers combing rocky sandy bottoms on night dives around Victoria and other parts of the Pacific Northwest. During the day, these graceful fish hide in the shadows and rarely venture. These unique memebers of the the sculpin family are named for their elongated, sail-like first dorsal fin. Typical [...]

Practically every weekend we run charters out to Race Rocks. On board is a kaleidoscope of personalities and skill levels, everyone from newly certified open water divers to veterans of the sport who have had adventures across the globe. This trip on Sunday was no different however how it start was. I received an email [...]

Brooding anemone (Epiactis prolifera) are a small species of anemone that does not often exceed about 3cm. The basic colour is brown to greenish brown, but they are sometimes red, pinkish red or dull green. They are usually found in the subtidal zone (zero tidal zone), especially on intertidal rock benches or surge channels, and [...]

The northern or pinto abalone, Haliotis kamtschatkana, is native to the Pacific Ocean and lives along the North American west coast from Baja California to Alaska. It is considered a gourmet delicacy, used predominately in Japanese and Chinese cuisine. Market demand for abalone is believed to exceed the global market supply, making abalone a highly [...]

One of the most beautiful in the waters around Victoria is the Red Irish Lord. These small fish camouflage themselves with their surrounding almost perfectly and a a treat to any diver or photographer when discovered. The Red Irish Lord (Hemilepidotus hemilepidotus) is a member of the sculpins family. Despite the common name, Red Irish [...]

Many divers venture beneath the surface in Victoria and around BC to catch a glimpse of octopus, wolf eels or sea lions. But there is an entire world down there that is so often over looked. Spending some time with the little stuff can be just as entertaining as an encounter with the big stuff! [...]

One of the grandest encounters in the world is to see and spend some quality time with a Giant Pacific Octopus! Some divers rave about sharks, others whales, sea lions, manatees or turtles but first time you catch a glimpse of a GPO you will never forget it. There grace, beauty and intelligence shine through [...]