Sharks

This Clint Hempsall creature feature is about the species of sharks found in Queensland waters.
Sharks are feared, but they are an integral part of the ocean food chain, so despite them being scary for most people, we need to learn as much about them as possible if we are to keep our oceans healthy.

During his time working on Brownies Coastwatch, Clint Hempsall shot almost 300 dive site profiles and creature features. More of his work can be seen in the diving video vault.
 
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Pixie's Pinnacle

This Clint Hempsall dive site profile is on Pixie’s Pinnacle on the Ribbon Reefs NE of Cooktown.

This section of the Great Barrier Reef has amazing coral and marine life and because of its remoteness doesn’t have the number of divers on it other popular, more accessible sites have, so the fish are less spooked.

Clint dived Pixie’s Pinnacle with Port Douglas dive operation Undersea Explorer who run adventure dive trips to the Ribbon Reefs and other Great Barrier Reef and Coral Sea locations.

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Lighthouse Bombies

This Clint Hempsall dive site profile is on a spot he has dived countless times, Lighthouse Bombies on Lady Elliot Island off Bundaberg.

Lady Elliot is the southern most part of the Great Barrier Reef. The surrounding coral reefs and marine life are exceptional and some say better than what is found further north.

There is a very good eco resort on the island, www.ladyelliot.com.au  They offer great dive trips and there’s a contact number on the end of the video.

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The Good Spot

This Clint Hempsall dive site profile is on a patch of reef off Kingscliff called The Good Spot.

It was discovered by Tweed dive operator Chris Mair in 1995 and he has kept it’s exact location pretty quiet over the years, with only one or two other dive operators knowing where it is.

This makes it a great dive, as the marine life is not spooked by too many divers. Contact details for Chris Mair are on the end of the video.

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Flinders Reef

This Clint Hempsall dive site profile is on Flinders Reef, which is located about 3.5 nautical Miles north of Cape Moreton and has the highest number of coral species of any sub tropical-temperate reef along Australia's east coast.

It’s probably the most popular dive site in SE Queensland and Big Cat Reality runs regular dive trips there.

If you dive Flinders Reef yourself, there’s info on the EPA web site relating to it’s protected status

Symbiosis

This Clint Hempsall Creature Feature from the Brownies Coastwatch Vault is about symbiosis, or the way different species interact with each other for common benefit.

It demonstrates how many small pieces fit together to make a very big and complex picture of marine life and how important each of those small pieces are.

Clint’s Creature Features are ideal to show to kids who are interested in coastal life and want to learn more about it.
You can find out more about his camera work at www.seaimage.com.au

The food chain

This Clint Hempsall Creature Feature from the Brownies Coastwatch Vault is about the all important ocean food chain.

It shows what different groups of fish and marine creatures eat and highlights the importance of maintaining the delicate balance in the world’s oceans necessary for a healthy marine environment.

Clint’s Creature Features are ideal to show to kids who are interested in coastal life and want to learn more about it.

You can find out more about Clint's camera work at www.seaimage.com.au

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Queensland groper

This Clint Hempsall Creature Feature from the Brownies Coastwatch Vault is on mighty Queensland Groper. These beautiful big fish were decimated by anglers and spear fishermen in the past, but their protected status is seeing them bounce back, albeit not as prolific as they once were.

Clint’s Creature Features are ideal to show to kids who are interested in coastal life and want to learn more about it.

You can find out more about his camera work at www.seaimage.com.au

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Lethrinidae

This Clint Hempsall Creature Feature from the Brownies Coastwatch Vault is on the family of fish known as Lethrinidae, of which sweetlip and sea bream are members. These species are regularly caught by anglers and it’s worth looking at it to learn more about them.

You can find out more about Clint's camera work at www.seaimage.com.au

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Sparidae

This Clint Hempsall Creature Feature from the Brownies Coastwatch Vault is on the family of fish known as Sparidae, of which bream, tarwhine and snapper are members.

These are species are regularly caught by anglers and it’s worth looking at it to learn more about them.

Clint’s Creature Features are ideal to show to kids who are interested in coastal life and want to learn more about it.

You can find out more about Clint's camera work at www.seaimage.com.au

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Diving Byron Bay

This Clint Hempsall dive site profile from the Brownies Coastwatch Vault gives a good idea of what to expect if you dive around Byron Bay.

The marine life is exceptional and there are dives suitable for all levels from snorkelling to open water adventure.

www.sundive.com.au have been operating there for many years and will be able to give you more info.

You can find out more about Clint's camera work at www.seaimage.com.au

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Creature Feature - Manta Rays

This Clint Hempsall Creature Feature from the Brownies Coastwatch Vault on Manta Rays is another example of his ability to put himself close to marine creatures and film their natural behaviours.

These beautiful, graceful creatures are a delight to watch and this is another great video to show to kids to educate them about our marine environment and the need to look after it.

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Cephalopods

Squid, octopus and nautilus are in the family of animals known as Cephalopods.

This video from the Brownies Coastwatch Vault is one of Clint Hempsall’s Creature Features and Clint’s excellent camera work and knowledge of these creatures gives us an insight into how they live feed and breed.

Creature feature - Shells

We have all seen shells. They form the very basis of coral cays and beaches, but it’s not until you watch this Clint Hempsall Creature Feature from the Brownies Coastwatch Vault that you realise how wonderful and intricate the animals are that make and live in them.

This video is another excellent tool for educating kids about our marine environment and the need to look after it.

Clint has won many awards for his work above and below water and continues to work as a specialist cameraman. www.seaimage.com.au

Whaler Sharks

This is one of Clint Hempsall’s Creature Features.

Clint’s knowledge of these amazing but potentially dangerous creatures, combined with his excellent camera work makes this video worth watching if you don’t understand, or are frightened by sharks. It’s also an excellent tool for educating kids about our marine environment and the need to look after it.

Clint has won many awards for his work above and below water and continues to work as a specialist cameraman. www.seaimage.com.au

Smith Rock

Smith Rock off Cape Moreton is a popular dive spot. Over the years, it has claimed its fair share of ships and the wrecks around it are features of the dive.

Clint has won many awards for his work above and below water and continues to work as a specialist cameraman. www.seaimage.com.au

Tweed 9 mile Reef

Clint Hempsall shows what to expect if you dive 9 Mile Reef off Tweed Heads with Chris Mair from Ocean Dive Charters. Also cool for anglers who fish the 9 Mile to see what’s down there.

This is one of the many dive site profiles Clint shot and produced for Brownie's Coastwatch. In coming months more of them and all of his fantastic "Creature Features" will be shown here.

Clint has won many awards for his work above and below water and continues to work as a specialist cameraman. www.seaimage.com.au