5 Animals more likely to kill you than sharks

5 Animals more likely to kill you than sharks

Sharks can be dangerous, we know that. But what we also know is that even Tiger Sharks have a soft side and shark “attacks” aren’t all they’re made out to be. Adding to the extensive list of things we don’t know is the fact that cows kill more people per year...
Top 5 weirdest shark species

Top 5 weirdest shark species

A dorsal fin that eerily breaks through the surface. A silver sheen. A toothy grin. There are just certain things that come to mind when thinking about sharks. But with more than 400 shark species in existence, there are bound to be a few unexpected surprises.  ...
The hidden side of tiger sharks

The hidden side of tiger sharks

In a previous blog I compared Oceanic Blacktip Sharks to dogs because of their natural curiosity and eagerness to find treats. However, I’m not the first diver to make this comparison. This National Geographic Australia video shows shark conservationist Jim Abernethy...
Diving with sharks: how to be safe

Diving with sharks: how to be safe

As a South African, I’ve spent a lot of time scuba diving along our beautiful coastline. (It’s true, I promise I’m not biased!) With the Indian Ocean on one side and the Atlantic Ocean on the other, SA’s water is teeming with marine life which, in turn, means more...