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My first tulip encounter of the year, this lovely red one blooming just outside of #CoralvilleCityHall in #Coralville, Iowa.
(04/14/23)#spring #tulip #tulips #garden #gardening #landscaping #flowers #FlowerPhotography #nature #NaturePhotography #NatureMastodon #macro #MacroPhotography #MastoArt #photography #AltText
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A blooming rhododendron next to the #CoralvillePublicLibrary in #Coralville, Iowa.
(04/14/23)#library #libraries #SupportOurLibraries #spring #garden #gardening #landscaping #flowers #FlowerPhotography #nature #NaturePhotography #NatureMastodon #macro #MacroPhotography #MastoArt #photography #AltText
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Eastern kingbird catching some brunch 🔎 down at S.T. Morrison Park in #Coralville, Iowa.
(06/28/22)#birds #birding #BirdPhotography #BirdsOfMastodon #wildlife #WildlifePhotography #nature #NaturePhotography #NatureMastodon #MastoArt #photography #AltText
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CW: Blue Ocean Event Inevitable
What else are we not talking about at government treaty gatherings until it's too late to avoid? For those of us who have a profound love for #coralreefs, this is a very sad moment during the anthropocene.
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Scientists Find Pristine Ecosystems on High-Seas Seamounts
https://schmidtocean.org/scientists-find-pristine-ecosystems-on-high-seas-seamounts/"scientists observed 160 species on the Salas y Gómez Ridge that had not yet been known in the region and suspect that at least 50 of them are new to science. These are #squid, #fish, #corals, #mollusks, #SeaStars, glass #sponges, #SeaUrchins, crabs, and squat #lobsters, amongst others. They set a record for sighting the deepest-known #photosynthesis-dependent animal in the world: #Leptoseris, a wrinkle #coral."
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Coral mass spawning—one of nature’s great mysteries—is closer to being understood 🪸. Researchers tracked Acropora tenuis for a year, identifying 230 genes and inferring 4 biological processes that may prepare corals to spawn in sync. #coralspawning
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@andrekaiser @vincentritter A light version of the #ScribblesBlogDark immediately reminded me of the #CoralBlue (Light) version. Very similar colour palette. Even the dark version of CoralBlue looks similar.
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Unlike the fast growing turkey tail mushrooms, these unidentified #CoralFungi are much slower growing. In 5 days, less than 20 new ones emerged.
#mushrooms #nature #BackyardNature #Wsanec #Saanich #VictoriaBC #YYJ #VancouverIsland #VanIsle #PacificNorthwest #Cascadia #PNW #biodiversity #RainsBringMushrooms #fungi #mosstodon #NatureVideos #Autumn #WinterFungi
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Scuba Diving between Cozumel and Playa de Carmen
When planning a trip to the Yucatan, the decision of scuba diving Cozumel vs Playa del Carmen is the first hurdle. Each destination offers a completely different underwater profile. Cozumel is the undisputed king of drift diving and vibrant coral walls, while Playa del Carmen serves as the gateway to the hauntingly beautiful Cenotes and high-adrenaline seasonal encounters with Bull Sharks.
The Impact of ‘Nortes’ on Your Dive Schedule
December is prime diving season, but it comes with a catch: the Nortes. These strong northern winds can shut down the island of Cozumel for days. If the Mexican authorities issue a port closure (Puerto Cerrado), no dive boats are allowed to leave the harbor. This is where staying on the mainland in Playa del Carmen becomes a massive tactical advantage.
Diver Intel: Always have a “Plan B.” During my stay, the ports were indeed restricted due to weather. Because I was based in Playa, I was able to pivot instantly to the freshwater systems. My previous dives at Cenotes Dos Ojos and El Pit highlighted why these are world-class alternatives—weather-proof, crystal clear, and visually stunning.Bull Shark Season: The Playa del Carmen Draw
Between November and March, the sandy plateaus off Playa del Carmen become a hub for female Bull Sharks (Carcharhinus leucas). These sharks are attracted to the area’s nutrient-rich waters before they head to estuaries to give birth. Diving with these apex predators at 80–90 feet is a masterclass in buoyancy and calm air consumption. For tips on how I handle my camera during these high-energy dives, take a look at my guide on capturing large marine life.
Choosing an Operator: Phantom Divers vs. Blue Life
The experience you have with the Bull Sharks depends heavily on the dive shop’s philosophy regarding interaction. I used two different operators to see the contrast first-hand.
Operator Methodology Cinematography Value Phantom Divers Attractant/Feeding High. The sharks are very close and active, allowing for incredible wide-angle and macro-detail shots. Blue Life Divers Natural Encounter Authentic. You observe the sharks from a distance as they cruise the sand. Ideal for those who prefer zero-impact diving.Cozumel’s Reef Health: A Brief Comparison
Despite the convenience of the mainland, Cozumel’s reefs like Palancar and Columbia are in a league of their own. The verticality and sheer size of the sponges are superior to most sites on the Playa side. If you are looking for the “classic” Caribbean reef experience, Cozumel is worth the ferry ride. However, for a middle ground, the reefs of Puerto Morelos also offer fantastic coral density with much less boat traffic.
Ultimately, the “best” side depends on your risk tolerance for weather and your desire for shark encounters. For me, the flexibility of Playa del Carmen wins in the winter months.
Here’s an image from a Cenote taken in December.
#CoralReef #cozumelScubaDiving #Nature #oceans #PanasonicGH5 #PlayaDelCarmen #ScubaDiver #ScubaDiving #Sea #underwaterPhotography #UnderwaterVideo #wildlife -
Coral da USP abre inscrições para novos cantores
- cijnusp
https://jornal.usp.br/cultura/coral-da-usp-abre-inscricoes-para-novos-cantores-2/
#Cultura #Canto #CoraldaUSP #Coralusp -
Coral da USP abre inscrições para novos cantores
- cijnusp
https://jornal.usp.br/cultura/coral-da-usp-abre-inscricoes-para-novos-cantores-2/
#Cultura #Canto #CoraldaUSP #Coralusp -
This week some of the SPP 2299 team met up at the Joint German IODP/ICDP Colloquium 2023, Hannover. @Thomas_Felis,Ed Hathorne, Eberhard Gischler, and also Norbert Frank (missing in the photo) @ECORD @dfg_public
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Todos conocemos los coloridos arrecifes de coral, pero pocos sabemos lo importantes que son 🐟🐠🐡🦀 En el #DíaMarítimoMundial un (triste) recordatorio de que podrían desaparecer 😔
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Todos conocemos los coloridos arrecifes de coral, pero pocos sabemos lo importantes que son 🐟🐠🐡🦀 En el #DíaMarítimoMundial un (triste) recordatorio de que podrían desaparecer 😔
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Coral Cladiella with shrimps
#gili #giliislands #lombok #diving #scuba #trawangan #diveandstay #giliair #fish #ocean #sealife #marinelife #padi #reef #coral #cladiella #shrimps -
CatchOfTheDay:
Pseudoceros ferrugineusAKA:
Fuchsia FlatwormPhotoLookUp:
gbif.org inaturalist.orgMyLocalDiveShop:
aaronsdiveshop.com#coralreef #dive #macrophotography #marinelife #ocean #scuba #scubadiving #uw #uwmacro #uwphotography
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CatchOfTheDay: Pregnant Rapipontonia galene
AKA:
Hydroid ShrimpPhotoLookUp:
gbif.org inaturalist.orgMyLocalDiveShop:
aaronsdiveshop.com#coralreef #dive #macrophotography #marinelife #ocean #scuba #scubadiving #uw #uwmacro #uwphotography
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CatchOfTheDay:
Babakina indopacificaPhotoLookUp:
gbif.org inaturalist.org hawaiisfishes.com marinelifephotography.com seaslugsofhawaii.com seaslugforum.net fb/nudibaseMyLocalDiveShop:
aaronsdiveshop.com#coralreef #dive #macrophotography #marinelife #ocean #scuba #scubadiving #uw #uwmacro #uwphotography
#seaslug #nudibranch
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CatchOfTheDay:
Undescribed Costasiella sp.#3PhotoLookUp:
gbif.org inaturalist.org seaslugsofhawaii.com seaslugforum.net fb/nudibaseMyLocalDiveShop:
aaronsdiveshop.com#coralreef #dive #macrophotography #marinelife #ocean #scuba #scubadiving #uw #uwmacro #uwphotography
#seaslug #nudibranch
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By far my most impressive UW sight in over 25 years diving:
CatchOfTheDay:
Octopus sp. 16AKA:
Hairy OctopusPhotoLookUp:
gbif.org inaturalist.orgMyLocalDiveShop:
aaronsdiveshop.com#coralreef #dive #macrophotography #marinelife #ocean #scuba #scubadiving #uw #uwmacro #uwphotography
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CatchOfTheDay:
Idiotropiscis lumnitzeriAKA:
Sydney's Pygmy PipehorsePhotoLookUp:
gbif.org inaturalist.orgMyLocalDiveShop:
frogdive.com.au#coralreef #dive #macrophotography #marinelife #ocean #scuba #scubadiving #uw #uwmacro #uwphotography
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Coral Huckstep from Affirm Press will be assessing manuscripts in the following categories at CYA 2024:
- Middle Grade
- Narrative Non-Fiction
- YA Writing
- Graphic Novels
Coral enjoys reading and editing manuscripts for young readers. She values all stages of editing, from evaluating the overall structure to perfecting the finer details. Coral particularly loves the collaborative and creative aspects of bringing a manuscript to publication, ensuring that authors remain central to the process.For more information, visit www.cyaconference.com/assessments
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Coral Huckstep from Affirm Press will be assessing manuscripts in the following categories at CYA 2024:
- Middle Grade
- Narrative Non-Fiction
- YA Writing
- Graphic Novels
Coral enjoys reading and editing manuscripts for young readers. She values all stages of editing, from evaluating the overall structure to perfecting the finer details. Coral particularly loves the collaborative and creative aspects of bringing a manuscript to publication, ensuring that authors remain central to the process.For more information, visit www.cyaconference.com/assessments
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Coral Huckstep from Affirm Press will be assessing manuscripts in the following categories at CYA 2024:
- Middle Grade
- Narrative Non-Fiction
- YA Writing
- Graphic Novels
Coral enjoys reading and editing manuscripts for young readers. She values all stages of editing, from evaluating the overall structure to perfecting the finer details. Coral particularly loves the collaborative and creative aspects of bringing a manuscript to publication, ensuring that authors remain central to the process.For more information, visit www.cyaconference.com/assessments
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Coral Huckstep from Affirm Press will be assessing manuscripts in the following categories at CYA 2024:
- Middle Grade
- Narrative Non-Fiction
- YA Writing
- Graphic Novels
Coral enjoys reading and editing manuscripts for young readers. She values all stages of editing, from evaluating the overall structure to perfecting the finer details. Coral particularly loves the collaborative and creative aspects of bringing a manuscript to publication, ensuring that authors remain central to the process.For more information, visit www.cyaconference.com/assessments
