Lagona Divers Blog
News, interesting and worth knowing from the world of scuba diving
What is Decompression Sickness?
Nitrogen narcosis can kill you! Or not? Read more about what it is and how deal avoid and deal with it.
Shark Attack! Killers among us?
We all know them, the lurid articles in the tabloids after a shark attack in our diving waters. For many tourists, sharks are basically the bloodthirsty killers that make our bathing beaches unsafe. Is that really the case? More understanding for our environment As is so often the case when nature and man meet, it…
The lionfish: Definitely the most famous fish in the Red Sea!
Lionfish are a fascinating group of fish native to the Red Sea. They are characterised by their bright colours, their long spines and their poisonous fins. They are not only beautiful to look at, but also important members of the ecosystem. What does a lionfish feed on? The lionfish feeds mainly on small fish, crustaceans…
Two hours of night diving?
Two hours at night in the house reef? A challenging undertaking!
What is Oxygen Toxicity in Diving? Symptoms, Causes and Prevention
Oxygen is key for all life on Earth. But in excess amounts, it can be deadly. For divers, oxygen toxicity poses a real risk that can only be combated with sound knowledge and dive skills. In this article, we’re going through the ins and outs of oxygen toxicity, from symptoms and causes to prevention methods.
Diving with the right partner is more fun! Here are 7 tips on how to become the best buddy!
Being a good dive buddy is one of the most important skills in diving. After all, your dive buddy can make the difference between the best and worst dive of your life! But it is also a skill that is often neglected – especially by experienced divers. In this article we present 7 tips that…
Endemic fish in the Red Sea
Here we offer you a few deeper insights into the endemic fish world in the Red Sea. If you want to learn more about these and other fish species in the Red Sea, you can click on the links. (External content, mainly in German Language), Quellen: 1. Rotmeer-Wimpelfisch 2. Heniochus acuminatus Rotmeer-Wimpelfisch, Gemeiner Wimpelfisch 3….
