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Alert Diver Issue: Q3 2014

Kauai’s Niihau

August 1, 2014  Joseph C. Dovala

Get a first-hand look at diving in Kauai’s Niihau. The diver discusses searching for the Niihau volcano and more.

Diver swims behind a giant sea turtle

Moondance

August 1, 2014  Richard Barnden, Brice Semmens, Ph.D., and Christy Pattengill-Semmens, Ph.D.

Spawning is greatly influenced by the moon’s phases and greatly changes the spawning fish’s behaviors. Learn more about spawning.

Massive swarm of spawning two-spot red snapper

A Shark Tale

August 1, 2014  Mary Maguire

While trying to eat a fish for lunch, a shark accidentally nipped a diver’s hand instead. The injury was bloody but thankfully, DAN provided needed assistance and guidance.

Blurry image of a shark as he swims above coral.