The pilot whale has a bulb-like head and a small mouth that slants up toward its eyes, giving it the appearance of always smiling.
The International Whaling Commission says the pilot whale was given its common name because "it was once believed that each observed […]
When Jeff and Teri Leicher moved to Kona in 1982, dropping an anchor on the seafloor was the only way to “park” a boat.
But the fact is, it is almost impossible to place an anchor, no matter how carefully, without the chain impacting […]
Justice and Sam have been a welcome addition to our dive and retail team since they joined in 2020. In addition to being avid divers, these guys also work at our Tiger Shark Deli on weekends, making homemade sandwiches for our divers and café visitors.
Justice […]
The invasive side of Lionfish
The lionfish is a beautiful predatory fish and has become popular in saltwater aquariums. With their long spines and dramatic patterns, these fish are truly a sight to behold.
They have no known predators, aside from humans, in their invasive […]
Hawai'i has a vibrant and thriving marine ecosystem. The islands are home to some of the world’s rarest and most endangered animals. Most visitors are familiar with humpback whales, but many do not know about the other cetaceans that frequent Hawaiian waters.
The beaked […]
