The Cuttlefish’s arms are a distinguishing feature of this family of cephalopods and play a crucial role in the cuttlefish’s survival and daily activities. Cuttlefish are carnivorous predators that feed on a variety of small marine animals, including fish and crustaceans. Their arms are equipped with specialised suckers lined with Read more
An ever growing species list of the cool critters that we see on muck dives means there’s always something new to learn and even something new to discover as well. Keeping current with changes in classification or new information is an ongoing effort and something we like to pass onto Read more
The Blue-Ringed Octopus stands out from other octopus species primarily due to its highly venomous nature and distinctive warning coloration. As with many other species of octopus, they are one of the real highlights of diving in the Lembeh Strait. The Blue-Ringed Octopus possesses one of the most potent venoms Read more
In the Lembeh Strait, we come across many different species and varieties of Goby…..all of which are no strangers to interactions with various parasites. Gobies, known for their shy nature and vivid colours, often become hosts to a diverse array of parasites. These parasites can range from external organisms that Read more
Nudibranchs are renowned for their stunning and diverse colourations, which make them some of the most visually captivating creatures in the ocean. Many Nudibranchs possess exquisite camouflage that allows them to mimic the colours and patterns of the sponges, corals, or algae on which they reside. This natural adaptation helps Read more
Nudibranchs possess a unique feeding adaptation known as the radula, a specialised organ found within their mouths. The radula is a ribbon-like structure lined with rows of tiny, backward-curving teeth made of chitin, a hard proteinaceous material. The radula serves as a versatile tool for nudibranchs to feed on a Read more
Mimicry in different marine life is intriguing to observe….even more so when there is a not only an attempt at mimicking colouration, but with the movement as well. This is a juvenile Whiteblotched Sole, a species of fish that can grow up to 10cm and spends all of its adult Read more
The fastest worm in the ocean? Sightings of this worm have been around for about a decade in the Lembeh Strait. We’ve been getting some photos of it this year, but we thought we would go step further and try to explore the behaviour of this interesting creature. Simon has Read more
The Lembeh Strait is a well-known area for its rich marine biodiversity and unique marine life. One of the fascinating relationships found in this area is between the shrimpgoby and snapping shrimp. The first section will define and explain the nature of the relationship between shrimp gobies and snapping shrimp. Read more
Blackwater Dives are all about the weird and wonderful. Strange larval fish that you haven’t seen before, little crustaceans seemingly just floating around, and hunting squids are all part of the regular sightings we get here in Lembeh. One critter that is not so common but just as strange and Read more