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Why are you reciting religious text under a video of an octopus?

An octopus of the species: Enteroctopus Dofleini?

As I perused the comments section, this particular remark stood out amidst discussions about the incredible intelligence of octopuses. It was refreshing to see someone take a moment to express their gratitude for the divine in the midst of a video showcasing the wonders of marine life. The comment beautifully praised the beauty and complexity of creation, attributing it to the divine craftsmanship of Jesus Christ. What made it even more special was the positive and inclusive tone, encouraging others to appreciate the marvels of the natural world alongside the acknowledgment of a higher power. In a world often marked by divisions, this comment served as a unifying force, reminding us that the appreciation for the awe-inspiring intricacies of the natural world is a sentiment that transcends religious and cultural boundaries. It showcased a harmonious blend of faith and nature, fostering a sense of unity among viewers. While it might not have directly addressed the giant Pacific octopus, the comment added depth to the conversation and sparked a sense of commonality among diverse viewers. It highlighted the power of positivity and the ability to find unexpected connections and shared appreciation in the most unlikely of places. In conclusion, stumbling upon this comment was like finding a hidden treasure in the vast sea of online discussions. It left me with a warm feeling and a renewed sense of hope, illustrating that even in unconventional spaces, messages of love, appreciation, and unity can prevail. Kudos to the commenter for bringing a positive and inclusive perspective to the discussion!

@@totalmiroku89 Indeed. I agree.

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These are my favorite animals on Earth. They are so fascinating, beautiful, and intelligent. Even I can't turn down fried octopus 🤤 They are also delicious.

Yes they are!

Indeed.

​@@diveoceanquest You have attracted an octopus expert to your channal! I can tell you all about them!

True some of them are indeed small when they are young but this one actually had a span of at least 6 - 8 feet from arm tip to tip. Full size adults can have a radial arm span between 14ft - 16ft with several recorded sizes between 20 - 30 ft with weights starting at 150 lbs.

⁠@@diveoceanquestwhoa that is so cool. How long do they typically live for and are the bigger one deeper in the ocean? Why is size so diverse for this species

⁠@@kage6511Great questions- they typically live 3 - 5 years. They can be found in shallow waters or even depths as deep as 4900 ft. Size doesn’t typically dictate depth as large octopuses can be found in relatively shallow waters as well. They are truly magnificent creatures

That is a good question. The bungee is there to hold the inflator in the same position at all times. When you need to use the inflator, you can keep it in the bungee and just hold it up (stretching out the bungee). The inflator does not need to go over your head to function properly. Underwater, if you are in proper trim, then you can still use the inflator (deflator), you can just arch up and raise your left shoulder a little and the air will come out fine. This can be done without breaking trim. As an alternative, divers will also use the wing dump located on the inside of the bottom left part of the wing (if using a standard wing that comes with a backplate).

Appreciate the explanation and thanks again for a top notch instructional video!

Yes, some divers who use long hose may use a yellow hose or regulator. Most do not. The configuration has been around for a few decades now so I do not think there are any inherent issues. That said, it all comes down to the fact that the long hose diver needs to take the time to educate the other divers in the team on how the configuration works and what procedures should be followed in the event that air sharing is required. In addition, as a diver using a long hose configuration, you should be building enough experience that you are extremely comfortable in emergency situations and more or less should be in control of the situation should a lesser experience diver comes to you and wants to share air. Feel free to email me @ [email protected] should you want some advice on getting your first reg set up.

@@diveoceanquest Thanks for your kind answer. I was asking about the yellow hose, as an air situation can happen to someone else than my buddy and so that person will not know about my configuration. Not to mention that even my buddy, in case of emergency, can have his/her reptile brain that will want to focus on something yellow, unless that buddy is also trained for long hose configuration and use it for themself and trained, trained, trained for. I plan on doing the fundamental course with GUE, so will adopt the long hose anyway :-)

You can also attach pockets on your cam band and opt for a heavier backplate. Also, your light etc can be additional weight but that depends on your equipment. I do have weight pockets on my BPW for quick release but it only holds half of my weight. The rest is in the things described above. I don't have a cable lamp and thus no canister though. Hope this helps!

Beginner as well. The rationale, I read is that a panicked out-of-air diver will have the reflex to take the regulator that is in your mouth.

@@lutam921 Thanks for your reply. It’s odd, but in my training, I’m supposed to go for the Octo when out of air. Why someone would try to pick a fight needlessly is beyond me. Plus I would assume that the one who has air is much much stronger. The bungee one will be too short to yank to use anyway. Plus a longer cable makes swimming together easier.

@@normankoo6159 it’s not about wanting to fight, but about to survive. What we do as exercises in swimming pool or sea is one thing, but a real no air situation is another thing and in this case, our reptilian brain, might just tell us to grab the reg that we see working. Having a long hose on the octo would be tricky as hose management. Where and how would you place a 2 meter long hose for the octo ?

@@DidierWolfs Hi Didier, thank you so much for replying to my question. I’ve been trained to take the alternative, and hopefully it is what would happen. My thoughts are that if someone tries to grab the regulator out of your mouth while you are using it, your reptilian brain might just end up fighting him/her. That would be a disaster. On the other hand, let’s just assume that they “initially” did take the primary. You could still switch them to a longer secondary after the situation has been stabilized? Or do you still feel the extra length is not useful? In terms of a longer hose, I can just make an extra loop before it is attached for easy access. I certainly understand that for those into cave or wreck diving might be concerned to keep their profile as sleek as possible, but for recreational fish watching, would the extra loop be a problem? Thanks again for following up on this topic. I’m looking forward to you wise guidance. 😉

​@@normankoo6159 this setup is a paradigm shift. It is beneficial that dive teams use the same configuration so that there is no misunderstanding. Basic training depends on the agency. This set up comes from technical diving but some agencies (e.g. GUE) have adopted it from entry level. The concept is that in the "normal" set up people have a bad quality regulator that is sometimes dangling all over the bottom and may be filled with silt which is never used and nobody know if it works. With the long hose setup you donate something that you (and gas receiver) know is working and your secondary is usually of equal quality and is always properly stowed. All team members know which regulator they should get and if you dive with instabuddies you should brief them abou this

I'm starting next week after 10 years of a regular setup! It looks alot safer and i'm excited to practice!! Sidemount next

Yes there are! Recently there have been multiple sightings of 6 Gill sharks at one of our local shore sites. Normally these sharks cruise several hundred feet beneath the sea. Occasionally they come up to shallower depths for reasons not entirely understood by scientists. At depth, these sharks are voracious hunters and have even been known to be cannibalistic!

@@scubadiving6993 wow! That’s incredible to hear. Thank you for sharing.

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