More Than Squids: These Squid Species Will Leave You Amazed
North Sulawesi sits at the heart of the coral triangle – an area that has the most diverse marine life on the planet. We not only have vibrant coral reefs and hundreds of fish and critters, we also have stunning
Discover the Venomous Sea Creatures Found in Bunaken, Manado, and Bangka
North Sulawesi is renowned for its impressive diversity of fascinating marine life. Most species are not dangerous and incredibly docile, but there are a number of species equipped with impressive defence mechanisms, like venom. In this Blog we take a
Unveiling the Wonders of Marine Mammals: A Comprehensive Guide
We are extremely fortunate to have sightings of marine mammals around Murex Manado, the Bunaken Marine Park and Bangka Island. Some of these sightings are seasonal as the animals migrate through our waters and others are known to be residential
Ultimate Guide to Crustaceans of North Sulawesi
At Murex Dive Resorts, we count it a blessing to be surrounded by a diversified and rich marine ecology that is home to a wide variety of crustaceans. These intriguing organisms, which range from lobsters to crabs to shrimps, come
Uncovering Crab Species in North Sulawesi Ecosystem
If you're fascinated by the incredible array of marine life found in North Sulawesi's waters, you won't want to miss our in-depth guide to the area's crustaceans. In this article, we'll be shining a spotlight on one of the most
Diving Equipment for Professionals
If you have been diving with a Dive Guide, Divemaster or Instructor before, you may have noticed that they appear to carry additional items of gear underwater with them. Have you ever wondered how professionals choose their diving equipment and
Sexy Shrimp – Thor amboinensis
Have you ever wondered where the common name for the ‘Sexy Shrimp’ comes from? Or where the best spots are for finding them in North Sulawesi? In this Blog we take a look at this cute little photogenic critter and
What is the Difference Between a Dugong and a Manatee?
Many divers are unfamiliar with Dugongs, but they recognize these creatures as manatees when looking through images. Find the difference here!
What Makes Diving in Manado Bay Different?
Manado Bay is a totally unique diving destination which showcases incredible diversity in a relatively compact area.
10 BEST SITES FOR SNORKELING IN NORTH SULAWESI
North Sulawesi is a snorkeler’s paradise with extreme marine biodiversity, stunning coral reefs, warm water, and excellent year-round visibility.