absolutely STUNNING

What is really strange is that I was just looking at these exact images this morning, so I could have them as background images on my desktop.

I never usually buy National Geographic, but the nudibranchs are what compelled me to get this issue last month.

David is my friend’s father and I’ve had the chance to meet him several times now. Fascinating man with some incredible stories to tell. My friend was fortunate to follow along on many of his trips as she grew up, scuba diving with manta rays and jellies all over the world!

The world is just awesome.

Wow, how cool looking are THOSE guys!!!

so cool!

Amazing.

As a Scubadiver and Photographer (above and below water) all I can say is WOW. Awsome pictures and amazing setup.

Hi,

I have to admit your shots look cool but is this how we do underwater photography and care about the marine environment? This is no underwater photography, this is ruining the marine environment by causing stress to the poor little nudibranchs. Please think of that before you start doing this kind of work and thinking only about the publicity and result you will get.

Thanks.
Bart

These are wonderful images. And as for “stressing-out” the Nudibranchs, how do we know what they’re thinking? Maybe they feel like they are the fabulous creatures of the sea and they’re glad to flaunt it!

Also, adding to Sue’s comments, work like this helps people understand why they should try their best to be environmentally friendly.

I doubt very much that the little critters suffered too much because of their photo shoot. It’s a lot harder for them to survive a day of their lives than for us. They don’t even have telly! I’m sure they can take it. :p

I’ve never seen (or known i’ve seen) a Nudibranch before. these are fantastic. they kind of look like little marscapone sea creatures.