Tag Archives: Mexico
Keeping Up with the World’s Fastest Fish
Posted by in Ocean Story, Shane Gross, Underwater Photography
Tagged atlantic, fish, hunt, Isla Mujeres, Istiophorus albicans, Mexico, prey, sail, sailfish, sardines, shane gross
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(Originally published in Shark Diver Magazine) I was smiling so hard my mask was leaking. I had salt water in my eyes and I couldn’t be happier. I knew how lucky I was, but at the same time it hadn’t … Continue reading
Even at 85 feet the light was bright, reflecting off the sandy bottom. It was warm too, perfect for a mid-morning dive. Large, pregnant bull sharks were casually meandering around us in the current. We planted ourselves on a thick rope … Continue reading
Playa Del Carmen Bull Shark Slaughter
Posted by in Ocean Conservation
Tagged Bull Shark, Fishing, long line, Mexico, ocean conservation, Playa Del Carmen
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Last night I found out a long liner went to Playa Del Carmen and caught 9 Bull Sharks. I visited Playa in February of 2010 specifically to see these Bull Sharks and I have my flights booked to go back in December of 2010. The news struck a very personal cord with me on a few different levels. My first thoughts were of disbelief and sadness. I was sad because I know these particular sharks… Continue reading