Andrew

DANGER CLOSE // steady eye contact, unbreakable presence of mind, cunning intelligence and sharp reflexes are a sampling of the many well adapted traits that make Oceanic Whitetip Sharks such formidable predators. Often waiting weeks in between meals, Oceanic Whitetips are pushy, assertive, and often aggressive when investigating new points of interest in their environment.

In recent dives where we have been lucky enough to find these incredible pelagic sharks we have been using high powered video lights to illuminate their underside for a more even exposure. These lights also work as large flashers emulating fish scales being lit up by the sun which makes these sharks even more inquisitive and raises the likelihood of repeated close proximity encounters. This is not a technique I’d recommend unless in the presence of qualified safety divers. Always grateful for @livfortheocean and @elizabethsides for watching my back in the water.

There are few places left in the world where one can see Oceanic Whitetip sharks with any relative consistency. I’m beyond thankful that Kona, Hawaii remains one of those special places. I’m excited to share more about these amazing animals throughout the week. @sharkweek starts now!

#sharkweek #oceanicwhitetip #sharkdiving #freedivephotography #nauticamhousings #konahawaii #bigislandhawaii

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