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A group of very excited scuba divers with Great Adventures Cruises at Green Island were treated to a rare encounter with a young adult dugong. Estimated to be around 2 metres in length, this was the first dugong sighting recorded by Great Adventures divers at Green Island in several years. It was also the first ever sighting for videographer Dan Liu and two very lucky introductory divers on holiday from Ballarat Victoria. “It was so exciting to see! He was very curious swimming near us as the group were diving on a nearby coral bommie. He came close within about 4 metres, swimming away and then coming back for another look before swimming off over the seagrass beds,” said Dan Liu. Dugongs, often called sea cows, as they graze shallow seagrass meadows (eating up to 40kg a day!) are found across the tropical belt in Australia. They reach a length of 3 metres, live up to 70 years of age and can weigh as much as 400kg. Dugongs are fascinating mammals, sharing a common ancestor with elephants, and early sailors are believed to have confused them for mythical mermaids. They are most closely related to the manatee, their northern hemisphere relative. They resemble a large dolphin but lack a dorsal fin and have an upper lip covered in thick bristles. They are well designed for aquatic life, with nostrils situated on top of their heads so they can breathe, and have a large, strong tail that propels them through the water. Their eyes and ears are on the side of their heads. Although their eyesight is poor, they have an acute sense of hearing.” Dugong are threatened on a worldwide scale and in Australia, are a protected species under various legislation including the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Act 1975. This important sighting will be reported to GBRMPA’s Eye on the Reef monitoring program contributing valuable information about these endangered creatures as well as the long-term protection and management of the reef. Video credit Dan Liu, Island Photography Australia

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We're excited to be introducing so many new sailboat models this year at the at the United States Sailboat Show in Annapolis. If you're in the area, we hope you'll stop by to tour them and meet Jean François Lair, Director Of Sales for Beneteau America, in person while you're here. Look for booth F2. ___ About Beneteau The French brand, founded in 1884, builds a comprehensive range of sailing yachts and powerboats available through its worldwide dealer network. For more than 130 years, Beneteau has pioneered advances in architecture, design, technology, materials, processes, production and services. From high-performing one designs for top-level racing to comfortable and elegant cruising yachts, Beneteau’s sailing yachts and powerboats are famous worldwide for their innovation, quality, and seaworthiness. Visit http://bit.ly/2N2fWDn to learn more and locate a dealer near you. Subscribe to Beneteau America's Youtube Channel : http://bit.ly/2Qnkxy6 Follow Beneteau America on Facebook: - Beneteau Sail: http://bit.ly/2MmmOGg - Beneteau Power: https://goo.gl/b6BrqQ Follow Beneteau America on Twitter : http://bit.ly/28QvNhh

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The new Lagoon 38 is launching March 2025. New interior renders. This will mark the return of @lagooncatamarans to this size of catamaran after the successful 380 was discontinued. ▫️ What do you think? Will the 38 be as successful as the 380? Have a great weekend! ▫️ #new #sailing #yachts

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Master Yoda ✔️ Breathtaking aerial views of this modern catamaran ✔️ Spacious cockpit – Perfect for sunbathing and socializing ✔️ 4 cabins & 2 bathrooms – Comfort for up to 8 people ⛵ Ideal for: • Family vacations – Safe and spacious for children • Friends' getaways – Unforgettable nautical adventure • Team-building cruises – Unique bonding experience 📍 Homeport: Punat, Croatia 👉 Book now: base.manager@nas.com.hr For more sailing tips and news from the sailing world: 🔔 Follow our channel 📖 Read our blog on nas.com.hr/blog #yachtmatch #punat #sailing #sailingcroatia #krk #nassailing #nautitech

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