Three Creatures to Admire from a Distance While Scuba Diving

Three Creatures to Admire from a Distance While Scuba DivingRandall Isenberg

IntroductionRandall Isenberg is an attorney for Randall Blair Isenberg, P.C., where he aims to provide clients with a thorough, dignified, and aggressive defense. When he is not working, Randall Isenberg enjoys such activities as scuba diving.

Scuba diving gives participants an up-close opportunity to encounter some of the planets most beautiful wildlife, but some sea fauna is better viewed from a distance to ensure divers' safety and the safety of the creature.

1. Eels- Eels look more frightening than they actually are. Long, snake-like creatures who come out at night and hang out in shadows, waiting there with their mouths open and razor sharp teeth on display. The open mouth is not a sign of aggression, but something the eel does to help breathe. While they are not malicious creatures, they do have bad eyesight. Getting too close means an eel might mistake your finger for a tasty fish.

Scuba Diving2. Jellyfish- Much like eels, jellyfish get a bad rap in that they are dangerous but not necessarily aggressive. Once again, the danger here comes in the diver getting too close. Jellyfish tentacles are often transparent, making them hard for divers to see underwater. If you dive in areas jellyfish are known to populate, consider a wetsuit to help avoid stings.

3. Coral- Coral reefs provide prime scuba diving territory with their beautiful colors and diverse ecosystems. They are also one of the most common causes of injury from scuba diving. These limestone deposits covered in tiny coral creatures are often sharp, and sometimes have stingers to protect themselves. Cuts and stings range from the minor, to burning welts and vomiting. Aside from personal safety, even the slightest touch can damage the delicate coral, making viewing from a distance important for the safety of all parties.