Grand Bahama

Today’s dive was incredible, nose to nose with Caribbean sharks for over an hour.

Majority were female with two that were visibly pregnant.

Michael managed to remove a hook from one female by flipping her over and inducing tonic immobility.

Tonic immobility is a reflex that causes a temporary state of inactivity in an animal – similar to hypnosis. It’s been observed in a variety of different species, including many sharks and rays. Although it can occur naturally, it can be induced in sharks and rays by stimulating the tiny sensory pores (ampullae of Lorenzini) located on the snout.

The conditions today were perfect for capturing some beautiful photos of the sharks.