
#FFF 31: Neon Goby, the reef’s tiny cleaning crew
The Neon Goby (Elacatinus oceanops) might be small, but it’s got a big job. With its sleek black body and electric blue stripe, it’s like the reef’s version of a pit crew—fast,

The Neon Goby (Elacatinus oceanops) might be small, but it’s got a big job. With its sleek black body and electric blue stripe, it’s like the reef’s version of a pit crew—fast,

So, you’ve decided to become a certified diver—awesome! Whether you’re dreaming of coral reefs in the Caribbean, shipwrecks off South Florida, or simply want to explore the underwater world with

There’s something magical about diving in remote locations. Whether it’s a secluded reef in the Bahamas, a volcanic wall off the coast of Indonesia, or a hidden cenote in Mexico,

The Mahogany Snapper (Lutjanus mahogoni) is sleek, silvery, and always alert. With its reddish hue and sharp eyes, it’s a stealthy predator that blends into the reef until it’s time to strike.

Staghorn Coral (Acropora cervicornis) is one of the most iconic reef-building corals in South Florida. With its branching, antler-like structure, it creates complex habitats for countless marine species. Spotting Staghorn Coral in the

Underwater navigation is one of the most underrated skills in scuba diving. Sure, floating weightlessly and watching marine life is magical—but if you don’t know where you are or how

The Cocoa Damselfish is a small but assertive resident of South Florida’s coral reefs. Often mistaken for its close relative, the Beaugregory, the Cocoa Damselfish stands out with its more

South Florida is a diver’s paradise, and if you’re into wreck diving, it’s practically a dream come true. From sunken ships teeming with marine life to purpose-sunk artificial reefs designed

The Graysby (Cephalopholis cruentatus) is a type of grouper that’s easy to overlook—until you realize it’s watching you. With its mottled reddish-brown body and stealthy demeanor, it’s a master of ambush and

So, you’ve decided to take the plunge—literally—and explore the underwater world. Congratulations! Scuba diving is one of the most exhilarating and eye-opening experiences you can have. From swimming alongside sea

The Spanish Hogfish (Bodianus rufus) is one of those fish that makes you do a double take. With its vibrant coloration—purple to violet body and bright yellow on its head and fins—it

There’s something undeniably thrilling about deep diving. Descending into the blue, past the sunlit shallows, into a realm where wrecks rest, walls drop off into the abyss, and marine life
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