The day we went out to swim with the manatees it was cold, and rainy, but the guide said this was a good thing because there would be more manatees in the area of warm water we were going to. He was right, we saw about 200 that day!
They were pretty amazing! But I was also intrigued by the fish everywhere.
The lack of sun didn't help the photos any, but at least we got some. Oh, and we bought the bag to put the 40D in, but it decided to stop working once it was in the bag, still haven't looked into what's wrong with it, and haven't got to try the bag out. All these were taken with the little waterproof point and shoot.
More manatees tomorrow!
great underwatershots with strange fish and more. The mist on the sea is exactly what i often se over here
ReplyDeleteAmazing shots and with a little point and shoot! Love the shot of the water, trees, and the snorkeler.
ReplyDelete200 manatees! That's incredible. What a great opportunity.
ReplyDeleteI love manatees - so sweet and gentle. Lucky you to get to swim with them!
ReplyDeleteHow awesome! I have also blogged about manatees and coincidentally I just read the book Manatee Winter to a group of 1st graders yesterday!
ReplyDeleteVery, very cool.
ReplyDeletethat does look freezing....but it was well worth it...what wonderful shots! I LOVE these!
ReplyDeletewonderful pictures, wonderful experience
ReplyDeleteWhat an amazing experience! Can't wait to see more pictures.
ReplyDeletewow!! how extraordinary ... i am incredibly jealous and now have a new aim in life... to go there and do that! pipx
ReplyDeleteGreat photos of the gentle sea cow. Thats what some people call them. Its always a thrill to see them in their habitat!
ReplyDeleteLisa, these are AWESOME! I would have been scared! :o) I would do it though because I would be fascinated. :o) I can't wait to see more!
ReplyDeleteHello! I am heading to do this in Feb. down in crystal river (which is where I am guessing this happened). I can't wait! great shots :)
ReplyDeleteThey are so COOL! I don't think I've ever seen one in person, let alone photograph one!
ReplyDeleteThat one shot with the fog is amazing!
ReplyDeleteThose are some fantastic pictures. The long skinny fish look like someone stretched them. Love that b&w shot of the snorkeler coming up out of the water in the mist.
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