"Diving Hawk" Coral Anchors Philippines is covered with encrusting

Philippines is covered with encrusting sponges in stunning colors

Image description:  Huge schools of fish surround a pristine reef covered in brightly colored soft corals

thick shell scutes were once

Underwater landscapes featuring Southern California's Forests of Giant Kelp

During summer

"Diving Hawk" Coral Anchors Philippines is covered with encrustingIn this image, "Diving Hawk," Jason captures one of the signature animals of the Cayman Islands; the Hawksbill Turtle. The shot was taken when the turtle started an eighty foot dive and headed straight down to the photographer after catching a gulp of air at the surface. Jason Belport has captured many special moments and images in the Cayman Islands since 1996, and looks forward to the future in the sea with it's endless and amazing possibilities.