Some shells must be cleaned and polished to reveal their jewel-like qualities, while others are perfect gems just as they…
Bruce WatkinsAugust 17, 2011
When I first came upon a male California sheephead, I thought I had wandered into the neighborhood of the local…
Curtis SimpsonJune 17, 2011
Basking sharks (Cetorhinus maximus) are one of the largest fish in the sea, second only to whale sharks. They can…
California Diving NewsJune 7, 2011
A rather stunning creature grabbed my attention. It was off-white with ostentatious black, purple, and red lines that zigzagged down…
Bruce WatkinsMay 3, 2011
Each spring Northern California divers look forward to the beginning of abalone season with the exuberance of children waiting for…
Bruce WatkinsMarch 30, 2011
Now that the fever of lobster hunting has died down as far as eating them goes, perhaps it is time…
Dale & Kim ShecklerMarch 24, 2011
Those with patience and good eyesight are frequently rewarded with glimpses of exceptional beauty. California has many tiny invertebrates and…
Bruce WatkinsFebruary 10, 2011
La Jolla Shores is a popular beach located near San Diego. Besides being a great spot for teaching scuba, it…
Tracy ClarkFebruary 2, 2011
While you may be lucky enough to stumble upon a naturally inquisitive blue or mako shark on the edge of…
Andy MurchDecember 30, 2010
