Stonefish – one of the world's deadliest fish

One of the world’s most poisonous fish. It can kill a human within two hours. “They inhabit shallow waters along the coast. The stonefish is well camouflaged in the ocean, as it is a brownish colour, and often resembles a rock. This is why it is called the Stonefish.” It has thirteen sharp dorsal spines on its back, which each have extremely toxic venom. This was caught the same day I photographed it – in the very waters where weRead more

Solar eclipse as seen from Jakarta

Java, Indonesia experienced a solar eclipse January 26, 2009 which just happened to coincide with the Chinese New Year. Unfortunately I didn’t have my lenses or my Canon 5D mk II. Had to make due with my 40D and an 85mm with no filters or special equipment. Hope I didn’t damage my sensor! Canon 40D | 85mm @ f/10 | 1/2000 sec | ISO 100Read more