Hadrien Foucher | Scuba Diving on Instagram: "Thresher sharks are one of the most elusive sharks in the ocean. They are known for their long tail, which can be as long as their body and is used to stun prey with a quick whip. These sharks usually stay deep and far from divers, making close encounters extremely rare. In Fuvahmulah, they sometimes visit cleaning stations early in the morning. If the timing is right and the approach is slow, you might get a chance to see them gliding through the bl

Underwater 🐙 on Instagram: "Spinning in a silver storm: a bait ball is nature’s dazzling defense, where thousands of fish move as one, turning the ocean into a shimmering, swirling spectacle. 📸 @wandering.westerner & @bajarawtours"

Underwater 🐙 on Instagram: "Graceful and mesmerizing, spotted eagle rays glide through the ocean with striking patterns that look almost painted. 🌊✨ Known for their long, whip-like tails and broad, flat bodies, these rays can leap out of the water in spectacular acrobatics. Unlike many rays, they feed mainly on mollusks, crushing shells with their strong, plate-like teeth. 🐚🦷 Spotted eagle rays are not just beautiful — they’re a living reminder of the ocean’s incredible diversity and agility

Underwater 🐙 on Instagram: "The whale shark, the largest fish on Earth, filters life from the ocean with astonishing efficiency. Hidden behind its massive jaws are five pairs of enormous gills, each equipped with thousands of tiny filtering pads that trap plankton, fish eggs, and small organisms as water flows through. Unlike most filter feeders, whale sharks can actively pump water over their gills, allowing them to feed even while stationary — a rare adaptation among sharks. Their gills also

Underwater 🐙 on Instagram: "A green sea turtle sleeps gently on the ocean floor in the Maldives, showcasing behaviors rarely seen up close. Unlike many marine animals, green sea turtles can slow their heart rate dramatically while resting, allowing them to stay underwater for up to five hours without surfacing. Their bodies are covered in unique patterns of scales and scutes, which scientists use to identify individuals. Interestingly, juvenile green sea turtles can change the shape of their sh