Pelagric dive
Feb 19, 2023 21:56:38 #
freediver808
Loc: Hawaii
I was invited to do pelagric with a group of friends -mostly dive professionals -with Hawaii ocean adventures. I could not miss the chance of photos but only brought along Olympus TG6 . Mostly Galapagos sharks and whale songs. Some whale splashing but no photos to show for .For sharks deep breath and calm slow motions. . No humans or sharks were harmed during this dive .I am the one with camera ( photo 6) I took the rest of photos ...
Sharks can be curious animals, and may venture over to you for a closer look. This is fine and nothing to worry about. A close encounter is a powerful experience, and you should savour the moment. But, only if the shark approaches you. If you start getting in a shark’s space, you may find it does not want you there. Avoid conflict by practising passive observation. Give the animal plenty of room and let them control the encounter.
Research shark behaviour, particularly the species you intend to encounter. A general rule is that sharks will become more erratic when becoming aggressive, moving quickly and changing directions rapidly. They’ll also arch their spines, move up and down, and lower their fins to become more streamlined and ready to strike fast. They may also let their jaw hang open to display their teeth in a show of dominance.
If you start to notice these behaviours, it’s important not to panic, as that will escalate the situation. Instead, give them space through slow and calm movements, and if that does not defuse the tension, remove yourself from the situation by exiting the water gently.
The vast majority of attacks occur on unsuspecting swimmers in shallow waters who don’t pay attention to the advice above. Make sure you put yourself in the right situation, and your shark encounter is going to be as safe as any other type of wildlife encounter. The best way to swim with sharks is to do so with a guide or dive instructor that has knowledge of the local population and how to best enjoy their company
Sharks can be curious animals, and may venture over to you for a closer look. This is fine and nothing to worry about. A close encounter is a powerful experience, and you should savour the moment. But, only if the shark approaches you. If you start getting in a shark’s space, you may find it does not want you there. Avoid conflict by practising passive observation. Give the animal plenty of room and let them control the encounter.
Research shark behaviour, particularly the species you intend to encounter. A general rule is that sharks will become more erratic when becoming aggressive, moving quickly and changing directions rapidly. They’ll also arch their spines, move up and down, and lower their fins to become more streamlined and ready to strike fast. They may also let their jaw hang open to display their teeth in a show of dominance.
If you start to notice these behaviours, it’s important not to panic, as that will escalate the situation. Instead, give them space through slow and calm movements, and if that does not defuse the tension, remove yourself from the situation by exiting the water gently.
The vast majority of attacks occur on unsuspecting swimmers in shallow waters who don’t pay attention to the advice above. Make sure you put yourself in the right situation, and your shark encounter is going to be as safe as any other type of wildlife encounter. The best way to swim with sharks is to do so with a guide or dive instructor that has knowledge of the local population and how to best enjoy their company
Feb 19, 2023 22:17:23 #
Feb 19, 2023 22:30:12 #
freediver808
Loc: Hawaii
NMGal wrote:
Great captures. Those are extra-long fins.
Better for free diving::
Feb 19, 2023 22:51:07 #
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Feb 20, 2023 01:39:54 #
Absolutely wonderful shot. One of my surfing buddies from years ago had a board with a bite take out of it.
Feb 20, 2023 05:43:20 #
Feb 20, 2023 06:18:31 #
Well done! Would love to try underwater photography.
Feb 20, 2023 06:41:18 #
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Feb 20, 2023 08:12:14 #
Great job! Looks like the TG-6 worked well for you! I love mine! It looks like you were using the underwater case. Were you deep enough to need it?
Feb 20, 2023 12:09:45 #
freediver808 wrote:
I was invited to do pelagric with a group of frien... (show quote)
Fabulous photos. Especially freediving with sharks could be a real nailbiter. Where was the dive site and what kind of sharks?
Feb 20, 2023 13:20:29 #
freediver808 wrote:
I was invited to do pelagric with a group of frien... (show quote)
Interesting and thanks for the photos. But, when the heck did they change the spelling of pelagic to pelagRic???
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