To continue supporting the diving community, Insta360 announced the launch of a new diving contest on social media that combines the thrill of diving with a commitment to ocean conservation. The Insta360 Diving Contest invites divers and ocean enthusiasts to connect with one another on social media while helping to support the vital work of the PADI AWARE Foundation.

How You Can Get Involved:

From now until October 19th, Insta360 will donate $5 to the PADI AWARE for every diving-related post that meets the criteria:

1. Use the hashtag #Insta360Diving and tag @Insta360 on Instagram.
2. Share diving-related content, showcasing underwater adventures, marine life, or similar themes.

Maximum Donation: $2,500 (up to 500 posts, $5 per post)

Join Insta360 on Instagram [here] now to showcase your passion for diving! Share some wild, watery footage and help protect our oceans.

Coral Triangle Cameos. Biodiversity and the small majority by Alan J Powderham

This colourful coffee table style book wonderfully shows off the incredible and vibrant marine life of an area, roughly triangular, that spans the waters of Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Papua New Guinea, the Solomon Islands, and Timor-Leste. The biodiversity here is incredibly rich. And this book covers the wonders that those lucky enough to dive here can experience.

It is worked into chapters that cover the types of marine life found here from coral to worms and everything in-between. The chapter on corals features lovely wide angle scenes, as well as close up details. And all the following chapters contain stunning images and interesting descriptions of both common and rare animals that have divers flocking to this region to discover. I think the cephalopods are my favourite. But this book certainly offers plenty of other options to marvel at.

This is a book to dip in and out of. Enjoy the beautiful images within (of which there are many). Peruse the descriptions of your personal favourite species and learn about new behaviours and interactions that are part of every day life on these abundant reefs. It is the type of book that will keep you coming back over and over again. And will always bring a smile to your face as you explore this incredible underwater world and the marine life that calls it home.

What the Publisher Says:

Dive into the Hidden Wonders of the Coral Triangle, a kaleidoscope of marine life which boasts the greatest biodiversity in the oceans. While most focus on the giants of the deep, Coral Triangle Cameos celebrates the “small majority” — the tiny but vital creatures that power this underwater paradise.

Renowned underwater photographer Alan Powderham brings the unseen to life with stunning visuals and he divulges the fascinating science behind these diminutive wonders in an accessible, relatable way.

About the Author:

Alan J Powderham is a seasoned underwater photographer with over 40 years of experience capturing the magic of the ocean depths. His previous books include At the Heart of the Coral Triangle (2021).

Book Details

Publisher: Dived Up Publications

Hardcover

Price: £45

ISBN: 978-1-909455-57-3

Published: 17th September, 2024