08 September, 2015

Cuttlefish, fish, and coral safari


Once Erik got back from his ride, and the urchins had done their schoolwork.  Erik and I ventured out together snorkelling the reef.
I am fascinated by how the reef is being regenerated after Cyclone Pam.  Baby bit of coral have been "planted" on concrete platforms.

 Fortunately for us, a Cuttlefish was interested in the sea life that was growing amongst the platforms too.
 Watching the Cuttlefish change it's colouring so quickly is amazing.
Trumpet fish
Erik and I swam with more fish, and saw some brilliant coral structures.


 More blues, fish and coral.

A school of cod joined us, and the sea was full of different types of fish.
Slowly we made our way back to shore.  This beautiful wrasse kept me company part of the way.


 There is so much fish life here, there is always a new fish to see, and more coral to discover.

 Tiny bit of red coral growing in the larger coral.   I love the colour, shapes and textures of the coral
 Such a variety of fish life in extrememly shallow water.
Getting closer to shore, the fish eat the sea bed.  A cleaner fish hung around the parrot fish.

 Just as our snorkelling safari finished, we spotted a Titan Triggerfish eating the coral.

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