A Diver's Guide to Underwater Malaysia Macrolife
Andrea & Antonella Ferrari
The
Ultimate guide to the enthralling world of macro diving, this volume discribes
in full detail 600 different indo-pacific species.
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Review: A divers' guide to Underwater Malaysia Macrolife
Although it's always exciting to see big animals underwater, it's the smaller
stuff that can provide the most absorbing dives. These creatures are not always
easy to identify, but this new photographic guide makes the task considerably
easier. Not just for dive sites of Malaysia as the title suggests, you'll find
it useful throughout the Indo-Pacific from the Maldives to Australia.
As well as being an identification guide, the book gives tips on how to take a
good photo of each animal. They've even included some previously undocumented
species, with a plea to readers for any further information. With the exception
of corals and sponges, most types of animal are covered from nudibranchs to
fish, and a massive 600 species are described. Notes on the animals behaviour
and habitat are given.
There are some surprising entries and omissions from the book, until you realise
that it is not size that is the deciding factor but the ability of the animal to
be photographed with a macro lens. So a large octopus and crocodile fish make an
appearance, but small active fish like fire basslets are excluded.
Is it worth buying? Definitely. It's compact, well laid out with clear
photographs - over 800 of them - and loads of information.
About the Authors
Andrea and Antonella Ferrari have been regular visitors to Malaysia for many
years. Andrea is a movie journalist and film critic whilst Antonella works at a
publishing company. They have published several photographic books and diving
guides, including Reef Life, Wonders of the Coral Reefs and Sharks.
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