Sentences with phrase «surrounding marine waters»

Magnetic Island and the surrounding marine waters are internationally significant and are protected in the Great Barrier Reef World Heritage Area.

Not exact matches

But fish and seaweed could concentrate radioactive particles to levels higher than those in the surrounding waters, so monitoring will be crucial to assess the impact on marine life.

Late last year, Asper and a diverse team of colleagues from U.S.M., the University of Washington in Seattle, Old Dominion University in Norfolk, Va., the Virginia Institute of Marine Sciences, and the U.K.'s University of East Anglia turned to robot subs to help get more comprehensive readings of the phytoplankton and surrounding water.

But new research by the British Antarctic Survey suggests that the waters surrounding the tiny island are home to a disproportionately large slice of marine life.

There are neither green plants in Antarctica nor macro-algae in the surrounding waters, says Vernon Asper, a marine science professor at the University of Southern Mississippi's (U.S.M.) Department of Marine Science at the NASA Stennis Space Cmarine science professor at the University of Southern Mississippi's (U.S.M.) Department of Marine Science at the NASA Stennis Space CMarine Science at the NASA Stennis Space Center.

Hagfish are marine fish shaped like eels, famous for releasing large quantities of «slime» that unfolds, assembles and expands into the surrounding water in response to a threat or a predator's attack.

The Hol Chan Marine Reserve can show you the incredible variety of sea life that swarms the waters surrounding the Caye.

Crystal clear waters filled with endless varieties of marine life surround the islands.

For Bill, the islands were a special place; he fell in love with the clear waters, rich marine life and kelp beds surrounding the islands.

Fishing enthusiasts love having access to the thriving marine habitat that surrounds Anacapa Island, Santa Cruz Island, Santa Rosa Island, San Miguel Island, and San Nicolas Island, as well as the coastal waters between Santa Barbara and the Ventura County line near Malibu.

I'm constantly amazed at how clear the water is in the Marine Sanctuary that surrounds the five islands in the National Park, so it's the perfect place to kayak and snorkel.

Surrounding the island are cold, nutrient - rich waters that sustain a diverse web of marine life, including pelagic fish, a variety of marine mammals, and extensive kelp forests.

You'll sail over the coral gardens, and learn about the history and diversity of the fringing reef and the wonderful array of marine life that call the waters surrounding Orpheus home.

All are surrounded by the Whitsundays» white beaches, famous teal waters and an abundance of marine life.

Now the site of the wreck and its surrounding waters have been designated as the Rhone National Marine Park — the only park of its kind in the British Virgin Islands.

As with other groups of marine animals, we can not begin to illustrate all of the gastropods found off Ambergris Caye and its surrounding waters.

The surrounding warm turquoise waters teeming with an array of coastal marine species; the living coral reef just steps from your room abounding with huge coral formations; the opportunity for great fly - fishing without ever leaving the island; or maybe, just the simplicity of our relaxed and easy - going atmosphere with warm Belizean hospitality where you arrive with a handshake but leave with a hug.

Fiji is the soft coral capital of the world and the waters surrounding the resort are inside a marine reserve so the marine life is extraordinarily abundant.

You can dive on the world - famous Namena marine reserve sites and explore the waters surrounding the resort which offer the largest variety of fish and coral on the planet; seemingly bottomless drop - offs, multi-colored soft corals, and perfect coral gardens supporting an abundance of spectacular marine life.

The entire island is surrounded by a zone of protection, the National Marine Park, and the western shore is washed in clear water and sheltered from wind and waves.

The turquoise waters surrounding the Bahamas are filled with beautiful coral and marine life, so get down there and check it out!

Fishing enthusiasts love having access to the thriving marine habitat that surrounds our beaches, as well as the coastal waters between the Alabama Wharf, Mango Creek, Surfside, and the Caribbean Sea!

Once a sleepy fishing village, Kaikoura is now referred to as the «Serengeti of the South Pacific», as it has an amazing variety of whales, dolphins, fur seals and other marine life that feed from the surrounding waters.

The fragile habitat is also home to millions of birds, land mammals, reptiles, amphibians, fish, and marine mammals like the elephant seals that feed, birth, breed, molt, and rest in the lands and waters surrounding the Piedras Blancas Lighthouse.

You can push off the beach at Whitehaven and be surrounded by clouds of unafraid marine - life in the calm, clear waters.

As result of Cousteau's visit, scores of scuba diving enthusiasts have flocked to witness the colorful coral formations, tropical fish, and spectrum of marine species that inhabit the waters surrounding Cozumel.

The three islands and its surrounding waters are part of the Ang Thong National Marine Park and daytrips from Samui are available to some of the park's most spectacular locations.

The waters surrounding the resort are also rich in marine life and the first Marine National Park in the Maldives is just a 15 - minute speedboat ride away, providing guests with excellent diving opportunmarine life and the first Marine National Park in the Maldives is just a 15 - minute speedboat ride away, providing guests with excellent diving opportunMarine National Park in the Maldives is just a 15 - minute speedboat ride away, providing guests with excellent diving opportunities.

Five of the islands are part of Channel Islands National Park, and the waters surrounding these islands make up Channel Islands National Marine Sanctuary.

Explore the stunning natural beauty of the main Hawaiian Islands and the rich marine life in their surrounding waters.

Chris Mobley, superintendentof Channel Islands National Marine Sanctuary, and Russell Galipeau, superintendent of Channel Islands National Park, discussed the latest efforts of the park and sanctuary to ensure the long - term protection of the resources of the Channel Islands and the surrounding waters in the November, «From Shore to Sea» lecture.

Easily accessible by kayak due to their close proximity to the mainland, these islands & surrounding waters are home to giant sea turtles, dolphins & a myriad of other marine life.

He helps support and coordinate a variety of intertidal and marine research conducted on the island and surrounding waters.

In fact, the waters surrounding the main Hawaiian Islands are a National Marine Sanctuary for humpback whales.

The azure waters that surround the islands are inhabited by an astonishing array of marine creatures; over 1,200 species of fish including clown fish, trigger fish, blue tangs, 12 species of whales and dolphin, anemones, soft coral and much more.

Built at the turn - of - the - century, the sailing vessel WATSON A. WEST was reported stranded at the western end of San Miguel Island, which surrounding waters lie within the Channel Islands National Marine Sanctuary and Channel Islands National Park.

A handful of luxury marine operators make daily trips to Nusa Penida and dock in the surrounding waters.

The indigo waters surrounding the Catalina Islands serve as a haven for a spectacular array of marine life.

Furthermore, you can dive in the surrounding waters and swim with marine turtles and whale sharks.

Since 2005 they have worked to reduce disturbances to marine mammals on the BC coast and promote respect for the surrounding marine environment through on - water and land - based education, outreach and direct monitoring of activities.»

Set in a marine conservation area, the waters surrounding & Beyond Vamizi Island boast some of the most untouched coral reefs in the Indian Ocean, with over 180 species of coral and more than 400 kinds of reef fish making this one of the world's top diving sites.

Shandrani offers guests three beaches to enjoy, a fantastic spa, loads of free land and water sports, there's some great snorkelling just off the beach in the surrounding Blue Bay Marine Park, a pitch & putt Golf course and a choice of spacious accommodation.

Surrounded by vibrant coral reefs, the waters around the island attract countless species of tropical fish and other marine wildlife.

One of the most beautiful marine sites in the Galapagos, enjoy a panga ride in a complex maze of tranquil salt - water inlets, surrounded by three different species of mangrove.

A National and Marine Park, Lady Musgrave Island and her surrounding waters are filled with over 1200 varieties of brilliantly coloured marine fish and over 200 species of both hard and soft cMarine Park, Lady Musgrave Island and her surrounding waters are filled with over 1200 varieties of brilliantly coloured marine fish and over 200 species of both hard and soft cmarine fish and over 200 species of both hard and soft corals.

After you have had your fill of breaching, and spy hopping whales then head back over to Loreto or La Paz for five days of Baja sea kayaking and camping on remote islands in Loreto Bay National Marine Park or Espiritu Santo, where the surrounding water is a sanctuary for blue - footed boobies, fin and blue whales, dolphins and sea lions.

A benefit of touring the island from the water is the increased chance of seeing the unique marine life that inhabits the islands surrounding waters.

Located to the North of Jaco in Bahia de Coronado, there is a beautiful black sandy beach with aqua marine clear waters surrounded by palm trees.

Chabil Mar is also the perfect place to head out for fun on the Belize Barrier Reef, a stretch of the Caribbean filled with coral reefs, sandy atolls, and beautiful islands surrounded by clear blue water teeming with colorful fish and marine fauna.

Once landed, your guide will assist with snorkeling equipment and sun suits if required and you will then be free to explore the surrounding crystal clear waters, colourful coral gardens, marine life and reef formations.