Asian Diver Magazine - Issue 03 - 2016

In this issue

It’s a freaky world in the water! Asia’s seas are home to mysterious stone structures, critters straight out of a Tim Burton movie, weird and wonderful (and mostly undescribed!) life forms that drift up from the depths at night, and fish that switch their genders. Get fully immersed in the strangeness of the oceans in these parts, with magical muck diving, blackwater adventures, rebreather encounters and ghostly tales from Truk Lagoon. This issue is as far from normal as you’re likely to get.

Stepping Up for the Ocean

I WAS INVITED to the Asian Dive Expo (ADEX) by Mr John Thet and my dearest friend Y.Zin Kim, who is an eminent underwater photographer.

2 mins

The Economic Value of Muck Critters

Adex Singapore 2016 conservation and Scuba360 business forum speaker, Maarten De Brauwer, explains why muck critters are good for business.

2 mins

In Praise of Parasites

For some they are the stuff of nightmares, but these incredible creatures are strange and fascinating aspects of life on the reef.

3 mins

Gender Benders

Sex is a strangely shifting phenomenon in the oceans, and this gender bending is more common than you might ever have realised!.

5 mins

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Asian Diver Magazine Description:

Asian Diver Magazine is the premier dive magazine in Asia, providing readers with everything they need to know about exploring the region's vibrant underwater world. Published quarterly, the magazine covers a wide range of topics, including:

* Dive destinations: Asian Diver features in-depth travel guides to the best dive destinations in Asia, from the coral reefs of Indonesia to the muck diving sites of Thailand to the shipwrecks of the Philippines.
* Marine life: The magazine provides detailed profiles of marine life from all over Asia, from pygmy seahorses to whale sharks to giant manta rays.
* Dive techniques: Asian Diver offers expert advice on dive techniques, from underwater navigation to macro photography.
* Dive gear: The magazine reviews the latest dive gear, from dive computers to underwater torches to sidemount diving rigs.
* Conservation: Asian Diver is committed to marine conservation, and the magazine regularly features articles on how divers can help to protect the region's reefs and sea life.

Asian Diver is a must-read for any diver who wants to learn more about the amazing dive sites and marine life of Asia. With its informative articles, stunning photography, and expert advice, the magazine is the ultimate guide to exploring the underwater world of Asia.