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Giant octopus wraps itself around diver’s face

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A scuba diver exploring marine life in the waters off Vancouver Island in British Columbia, Canada, experienced a once-in-a-lifetime encounter recently when a giant octopus wrapped itself around her head.

Natasha Dickinson was doing research with her dive buddy, Jackie Hildering, when the pair got up close and personal with a giant Pacific octopus.

“It was fantastic, to actually be looking into her,” Dickinson said.

Watching in awe, Hildering jumped into action and start snapping photos with her camera.

At first, Hildering was concerned for her dive buddy, but then realised that both Dickinson and the octopus were not afraid.

Hildering documented the encounter on her blog, The Marine Detective, in the hopes of educating people about the often misunderstood predator.

“So what to do when you find a giant Pacific octopus on your dive buddy’s head? Observe, marvel, take some photos, share and maybe it can help dispel some of the mythology and vilification about these fabulous marine neighbours,” wrote Hildering.

Hildering said any negative encounters between giant Pacific octopuses and humans that she’s aware of generally involved divers interfering with the creatures.

 

Source: www.ctvnews.ca

Photo: ©Jackie Hildering themarinedetective.ca 

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GEAR REVIEW: JOBY SeaPal Underwater Housing for iPhone and Samsung Galaxy (Watch Video)

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In a video shot exclusively for Scubaverse.com, Jeff Goodman reviews the JOBY SeaPal underwater housing for iPhone and Samsung Galaxy phones.

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Four opportunities to go pro in 2024 with Dive Friends Bonaire

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Dive Friends teaches the Instructor Development Course (IDC) several times a year to students who are eager to share their passion for diving with the world.

Dive Friends is known for the personal approach throughout the course. Their in-house course director will lead the students through every essential step, mentoring them to achieve their fullest potential as a dive instructor.

Applications for the following IDC start dates are now open:

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If the student opts for the IDC-Deluxe or IDC-Supreme package, their accommodation will be arranged for them at Casita Palma. This small and quiet resort is within walking distance from Dive Friends Bonaire’s main dive shop location and has everything you need to relax after an intense day of IDC training. Breakfast is included, so the student will always be fuelled and ready for their day.

Contact Dive Friends Bonaire’s Course Director Eddy for more information: coursedirector@divefriendsbonaire.com.

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