If you live or visit the beautiful coastal area of Southwest Florida, then you are probable aware of the excellent scuba diving and fishing that abounds in this FL region of the Gulf of Mexico. Millions of people flock to the state each year in search of the perfect diving vacation. Vacationers come from all over the world to experience
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The Fantastico was a 200 foot Honduran freighter ship that sank in the Gulf of Mexico in March of 1993. The location is approximately 50 miles off the west coast of Fort Myers, Florida. The artificial structure rests on her starboard side in about 105 ft. to 115 ft. of water and is home to an abundant assortment of fish
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An interesting photo showing a reef ledge with assorted fishes. Photo credit: Image from sxc.
This image can be an intimidating experience for divers who may find themselves underneath sharks that are roaming over reefs and wrecks. When you see pictures of sharks, what is the first instinct or impulse that your feel? Do feel scared or afraid, or do you sense how amazing sharks really are in the natural world? While there are hundreds, if
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(Photo credit: Reef image from sxc.) Underwater reefs are one of the major elements necessary for sea life to grow and strive. A reef can come in many forms and sizes. It is amazing how nature provides habitat for fish, sharks, porpoise, whales, shellfish, crabs and other marine creatures. These are fundamental necessities that the seas must have in order
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