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2 | Part II of a summer in Byron Bay, this time freediving with @scottwilsonimagery on board @blueseafaris A collection of my favorite shots created over the summer on a single breath. If you've been following me for a while, you already know how much I love freediving. Yes, I 100% prefer it over scuba, although I love both very much. |
1 | Eye to eye with the friendliest shark in the ocean |
1 | T U R T L E TUESDAY Did you know a turtle has 50 bones that make up the shell (carapace) and it’s part of their skeleton which includes the spine and their rib cage |
5 | Spots available tomorrow and Thursday! Come see the summer wild life up close Jump on the boat ï¸ for snorkel, free dive or scuba DM TO BOOK ON |
2 | A little video covering our incredible snorkel trips to Nguthungulli (Julian Rocks) with @wildbyronseasafaris |
2 | Lots of rock and rolling going on out there yesterday! |
1 | Watching pregnant grey nurse sharks to the sound of whales nearby, Wobbegongs, turtles and many beautiful fish at Julian Rocks, marine reserve in Byron bay. Julian Rocks - Byron Bay, Australia |
1 | Leopard shark dreams came true yesterday Here’s just a little taste of it. I’ll share more once I’ve gone through all the footage and photos I feel so inspired to create some more leopard shark art! |
1 | It’s easy to see why a turtle may confuse a plastic bag for a jellyfish and eat it…they can look very similar! CSIRO (2023) estimates that 52% of all sea turtles have eaten plastic and their research found that by eating just one piece their chances of death were increased by 22%. Sharp plastics can rupture internal organs and bags can cause intestinal blockages leaving turtles unable to feed, resulting in starvation. Even if they survive, consuming plastic can make turtles unnaturally buoyant, which can stunt their growth and lead to slow reproduction rates (WWF-Australia 2023). : @santireef What action can you take?Start in your own backyard: reducing & eliminating single use plastics, take 3 pieces of rubbish with you when you leave the beach, waterway or…anywhere! Volunteer at beach clean up events put on by local groups @byronbinfluencer @plasticfreebyron @take3forthesea_byron |
4 | This is what a summer in Byron Bay looks like from under the water! |
9 | Yesterday was such a magical day on the water, and even more special because I got to experience with my not so little baby girl for her birthday. Many more adventures to come I think with this little lady â¤ï¸â¤ï¸ |
8 | Best places to swim with turtles in Australia 1. Heron Island, Queensland 2. Cook Island, New South Wales 3. Julian Rocks, New South Wales Number one has to be the beautiful coral cay of the Southern Great Barrier Reef for its stunning blue water and great visibility all year round Cook Island snatches number two for the sheer amount of sea turtles you can find cramped together into one single spot Finally, third place goes to my personal favorite, Nguthungulli, as you can swim with them in the surge and watch them twist and turn for a bite of algae Sony 7s III | 35mm | f7.1 | 1/320s | ISO 400 Julian Rocks, Byron Bay, Australia |
1 | Bat fish are so mesmerising!! |
9 | Solo trip to the rocks today thanks @blueseafaris @scottwilsonimagery for letting me jump onboard! Did not disappoint |
5 | FAQ: “How long do your freedivers get in the water?†This is a question we are asked ALOT When you come out with us for a trip to #julianrocks on a free dive or snorkel you can have up to 3 and half hours in the water â±ï¸ A lot of our regular free divers love this because it means they have more time in the water and better chance of having incredible encounters like this moment captured with an eagle ray Our dedicated #bluebay team are on surface watch throughout this time and of course if you need a break we have hot drinks and snacks on board â˜•ï¸ Keen to explore the rocks ? Book in for a dive Click link in bio Send us a DM Looking forward to hearing from you |
3 | Near where I live, there are Julian Rocks. It’s been a while since I wanted to visit, and I haven’t been disappointed at all. There’s so much life in such a small spot! |
6 | A few shots from a recent free dive with @blueseafaris |
1 | Some rough conditions on the surface today but thankfully it doesn’t stop the marine life at Nguthungulli Thanks @scottwilsonimagery for the spin out |
1 | Shark dive with Grey Nurse an incredible love for these animals |
3 | A little chill time on the surface with one of my faves |
3 | 15th February onboard @wildbyronseasafaris |
2 | Julian Rocks snorkling adventure 4th February 2024 |
8 | Julian Rocks, sitting just off the cost of Byron Bay. Never been before, it's definitely on the list. |
5 | Better late than never I suppose. Freediving with @wildbyronseasafaris back in January! An awesome day swimming with spotted rays, turtles, leopard sharks, and my favourite rays, Manta! |
2 | Scuba diving at Byron Bay with @sundivebyronbay @pizzarnik90 |
2 | Fun Dive it is always fun , what a day yesterday underwater! I am so blessed to be able to experience all of this. |
6 | photo by @alanna_murph |
1 | DID YOU KNOW ï¸ Leopard Sharks can be easily "spotted" from DEC to APR at Julian Rocks, NSW. These charismatic sharks gather here in large numbers every summer. In fact this is the only known recorded aggregation of leopard sharks! @brodiewmedia â Tag or mention @diveadventures.au for a chance to be featured on our feedâ |
1 | The ocean’s leopard |
8 | Nguthungulli or Julian Rocks is a sacred Aboriginal site of the Bundjalung and Arakwal people of Byron Bay. There are many Dreamtime stories that signify the strong spiritual connection to these rocks, the land and the sea. In one story, “Nguthungulliâ€, Father of the World, who created all the land and the waters, the animals and plants, now rests in a cave at Julian Rocks. Bundjalung people used to walk to Nguthungulli to do ceremonies when the water levels were lower 7000 years ago. These rocks have always had a strong spiritual pull for me. When I need, I walk the sea shores and soak in the healing powers that these rocks radiate. Spirituality is deep inside of me. It’s not something I chose, it was something I was born into and has grown with me over time. I am so grateful for my home. I’m grateful for this land that we get to share and for the deep rooted connection to this special place. |
3 | Worth watching until the end for this one |
1 | Valentines Day tours with all my fav creatures of the sea 14th of Feb onboard @wildbyronseasafaris |
1 | Always a great time off @scottwilsonimagery ‘s boat, here’s a little dance with healthy turtles that somehow have not eaten that much plastic nor have become fishing industry’s #bycatch . If you hate turtles, please eat more #seafood so there’s more discarded fishing gear and #ghostnets for them to choke on or get tangled in. If you don’t hate turtles, please take consider how your daily life choices affect them and other endangered species |
5 | A Pelagic Party written by @beneaththesurfacemedia. Dive in for a readâž¡ï¸ link in Bio. @natgeo authors of A Divers Guide to the World, stocked in store! |
1 | Today, @byronbayseaturtleschool ran an understanding sea turtle class with an awesome bunch of budding citizen scientists. The class is designed to educate the community about the life cycle of turtles and the impact that humans have within their environment. With the aim of showing the small but important steps we can all take in helping our sea turtle populations thrive. We then headed out to do some turtle IDing at Julian Rocks with @sundivebyronbay. It was such a lovely educational day, and I'm looking forward to being a part of more of these valuable days. Thank you @j.yoptics for organising everything, bloody legend. |
3 | Underwater paradise |
3 | I’ll never get enough of this place |
1 | One of the beautiful leopards of Julian Rocks |
1 | The amazing leopard shark |
1 | The way leopard sharks effortlessly glide through water is so beautiful to watchã€°ï¸ Unfortunately it looks like this shark might have encountered some fisherman in the past. This beauty was just one of many leopard sharks we saw on our snorkel trip with @wildbyronseasafaris |
1 | There’s something therapeutic about the way they move Some leopard (zebra) shark magic at the Julian Rocks |
1 | What a magic day! Manta, Leopard Sharks and Grey Nurse Shark all in one dive! |
1 | It’s Leopard Shark season! How lucky are we to have these majestic creatures right here in our backyards! In the summer months Leopard Sharks aggregate around southern Queensland and northern NSW to mate. They are typically solitary animals, but we saw over a dozen on this dive at Julian Rocks, Byron Bay! These images are now available as limited edition prints, DM me if you’d like to order one of your own |
6 | I think this might be my favorite video ever created I've always wanted to catch a sea turtle devouring a big jellyfish on camera. Here you get to witness the "other side" of the cute little turtles you see in every other video. |
1 | Growing to a maximum of 3m grey nurse sharks used to be hunted for their fins, flesh and oil. They have also been targeted for their fierce appearance despite the docile and non-aggressive nature or three labradors of the sea. Whilst their look might be intimidating, they actually only feed on small fish and crustaceans and they tend to be really placid during the day, and more active at night. They are also critically endangered in Australia and although they will allow you to get quite close, keeping a good diving etiquette is key not to scare them away. Here are a few tips I've learnt diving with them these last few years: - Don't directly dive on them, in front of them or chase them. They will not like that and might take off. - If they are in a gutter, don't block it - If you can, the best way to approach them is to stay at a distance, anticipate where they might go, and wait for them to come to you - stay as still as possible (or move slowly) - never ever dive with them at night, it's illegal and you might freak out seeing them acting a bit more like hunters. |
1 | The best pattern in the sea! Leopard sharks belong to the order of carpet sharks such as the whale shark and wobbegong. The brown leopard like spots on its back and sides make it easy to distinguish from others! Most leopard sharks are found on the sea floor and are only active during the night to hunt. However, during their aggregation in the warmer months at Julian Rocks, it is not uncommon to see 10-15 swimming around! |
1 | Julian Rocks snorkling adventure 4th February 2024 A fantastic experience with @blueseafaris, scotty was great. So lucky to see an abundance of sealife including eagle rays, a few green turtles and one enormous loggerhead, plenty of fish, puffer fish, a beautiful grey nurse shark made an appearance and could not move without bumping into a leopard shark. Just before hoping back in the boat a dolphin decided to check us out. Can't wait for another opportunity to venture back. Jared van der Wijngaart Blue Seafaris |
2 | Awesome dive for the last day of year really busy down there. |
1 | The largest wobbegong shark I've ever recorded! I find it funny how they can fit in the tiniest crevices and lay in the most uncomfortable positions for hours You cannot really appreciate the size without something for reference but trust me when I say it was at least 2 meters long and with a head the size of a basketball |
1 | One of nature’s most beautiful creations, the Leopard Shark, parts a tide of fish as it glides through the water. |
1 | Turtle Tuesday! I could honestly swim with turtles all day. |
2 | The Cod Hole . #Nuthungulli #JulianRocks #byronbay #byronbaylife one of my favourite dive sites in the world. I first dived the rock in 1992 and have dived it a thousand times and I still love it !! |
1 | Swimming with the leopards |
2 | Another great dive at julian rocks !! Special interaction with this beauty ! |
3 | Ahhhh how’s this for peaceful! |
1 | Green sea turtle battling the surge for a bite of seaweed |
2 | Bull Ray Spa time |
1 | Eye to eye with leopard shark! I cannot wait to get back up to Byron Bay this summer! The warmer months are when they are seen most often in bigger numbers. Leopard sharks are one of the most photogenic creatures in my opinion. They are slow swimmers and are not aggressive, having a diet consisting of mostly snails, slugs, crustaceans and small fish. Taken with @goproanz on board with @bluebaydivers |
1 | This gorgeous Stingray came out to play at the end of my last dive in Byron Bay, New South Wales. They’re such majestic animals, so it’s always a treat to run across them underwater, especially the larger species in Family Dasyatidae. .⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Fun facts about Stingrays: • Rays & Skates are actually closely related to sharks in a group called Elasmobranchs. • The fossil record shows stingrays dating back to the Jurassic period, which was 150 million years ago. • There are 500 known species of stingrays worldwide; pretty neat! |
1 | Flipping around with my new leopard shark friend What do you think he was doing? Was the remora fish providing some goooood tickles? |
1 | Discover the mesmerising world of leopard sharks Dive in to witness their graceful glide through the ocean depths. When leopard sharks are born, they have striped patterns as juveniles. This is why they are also called Zebra sharks. However, as they mature these stripes transform into spots. Leopard sharks are typically found in tropical waters throughout the Indo-Pacific region. They prefer shallow coastal areas, coral reefs, and sandy flats. On average they have relatively long lifespans, with some individuals living for over 25 years and can grown up to 3m/9ft. |
1 | Green sea turtle getting thrown around in the surge while feeding |
8 | Julian rocks dive 25/02/2023 |
3 | Mother nature never cease to amaze |
1 | Loads of friendly Leopard Shark at the Rock yoday |
3 | Beautiful and impressive dive in julian rocks off byronbay |
1 | Keep up boys!! Those Stripeys made me trying to keep up with this super cool White Spotted Wedgefish! |
1 | Hawksbill Turtle, Leopard Shark, Bull Ray at Julian Rocks today |
6 | Not normally in the same shot at the end of January! 2 grey nurse hanging around yesterday. Shaking it up a little & cruising with the Leopards! |
8 | Who wants to learning freediving at Nguthungulli _ Julian Rocks, Byron Bay with our extraordinary mermaid Yuko? |
9 | Safety stop hangs! My friend’s name is Suzy Lee! |
1 | It's grey nurse shark season at Julian Rocks, Byron Bay! @carriemiller_writer is excited. |
1 | How photogenic are leopard sharks |
2 | think black and white is the only option in this application… |
6 | Taken at Julian Rocks, Byron Bay during Underwater Festival 2011 |
6 | Taken at Julian Rocks, Byron Bay during Underwater Festival 2011 |
6 | Taken at Julian Rocks, Byron Bay during Underwater Festival 2011 |
6 | Taken at Julian Rocks, Byron Bay during Underwater Festival 2011 |
6 | Difficult to capture with macro! |
8 | Julian Rocks, Byron Bay, NSW. |
6 | Julian Rocks, Byron Bay, NSW. This is my first stab at underwater photography with the little Nikon AW130 point and shoot. I am new to diving as well, so it gives me plenty of things to improve on. This Golden Egg Cowry was at about 7 metres on the eastern side of Julian Rocks. Lou <a href="https://flic.kr/ps/ydWRq" rel="nofollow">flic.kr/ps/ydWRq</a> , one awesome dive instructor found this on our dive at the reef. |
3 | Belongil beach scene to Julian Rocks. |
1 | It has begun! We finally got diving again after a two Year break. While this is not the greatest shot, it is one of the first dive with the new rig. Conditions where not that good, visibility about 8-10 meters not exactly clean water. Hopefully lots of improving from here (lots to learn for sure!). This is the biggest Bull ray I have ever seen (Merrin in the background gives you a bit of an idea). Including the tail, he was about 2.5 to 3 meters in length with a massive body. While normally harmless, you have to be a bit careful around this ray's, this is the creature which killed Steve Irwin (the crocodile hunter). More info here: <a href="http://animals.howstuffworks.com/fish/stingray.htm" rel="nofollow">animals.howstuffworks.com/fish/stingray.htm</a> Staying clear of the tail is a good idea. Thanks for looking and have a great Sunday. Norbert |
9 | We have been diving again at Julian rocks, a bit more practice before we go on a trip to the Philippines in about a month time.
My beautiful wife Merrin was more than happy to be my model to give the whole scene a bit of scale.
Got the backscatter a bit better under control, still a lot of room for improvement.
Constructive criticism most welcome and wanted!
Press L and Z to have a closer view.
Hope you all have a fantastic Sunday.
Thanks for looking
Norbert
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8 | Julian Rocks, great dive site. |
8 | Julian Rocks, Byron Bay, New South Wales, Australia |
8 | Main Beach, Byron Bay, NSW, Australia. A couple of Ks from the most easterley point of the Oz mainland. |
8 | Ballina in distance. |
2 | Great dive site, you get a different dive every day, even if you dive the same spot |
1 | Wow! What an amazing place to snorkel and see so many fish, sharks and coral. Felt very safe too. I’d recommend Wild Byron from Brunswick Heads, they will take good care of you! |
1 | Stunning place, full of grey nurse sharks, loggerhead turtles, and abundance of fish. Was lucky to visit it on a day in July with 18m visibility |
3 | Best place in Australia |
2 | great dive and snorkel spot for sharks, rays and turtles! the water is cold though (19-22degrees). there are boats coming here from byron bay and brunswick |
3 | This place is great to snorkel and dive at, just 3 km off the shore from Byron Bay. You see amazing beautiful creatures all year round. Manta Ray, Leopard Sharks and in the summer. Nurse sharks, and humpback whales in the winter, as well as the occasional different species of sharks cruising through. The best dive site I’ve been to! |
2 | one of my favorite divingspots |
2 | Excellent dive spot:
Turtles
Grey nurse sharks
Moray eels
rays
And so many other species |
3 | Fascinante |
3 | Awesome! You have to dive here!! |
1 | Amazing diving. Seing an eagle ray is unforgettable. |
3 | Fabulous place |
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