Beneath the Surface - With Marine Biologist, Nick Davis

Reptile Rendezvous Podcast

(00:00) Start

(00:03) Intro

(00:56) Tell us a little bit about yourself and what you do

(02:05) Hurricane Milton

(03:35) What sparked your interest in marine biology? Was there a moment that made you say, "this is what I want to do"?

(05:33) What's a syngnathidae?

(06:49) (Story 1) Can you share one of your most memorable underwater experiences while scuba diving?

(09:36) (Story 2) Can you share one of your most memorable underwater experiences while scuba diving?

(13:27) If you could dive anywhere in the world right now, where would it be and why?

(15:31) What's the most surprising thing you've learned about seahorses that you think most people don't know?

(19:52) Nick's social media content & Puffer fish

(20:36) If you could study any marina species without limitations, which one would it be and why?

(23:00) What's the coolest marine creature you've encountered while diving, and what made is special?

(26:42) Justice for blobfish

(29:14) Fishing and how we can fish sustainably

(32:47) Are there any ways that people can help support sustainable sustainable fishing?

(36:27) What's a common misconception people have about the ocean or marine wildlife that you'd like to clear up?

(43:22) Alex gets distracted by the dog she's babysitting

(43:43) What role do seahorses and pipefish play in their ecosystems and why are they so important to marine biodiversity?

(50:53) Dog needs a toilet break!

(51:02) What causes the 'super blooms'?

(52:38) The moral, ethical and humane ways to study seahorses and pipefish

(58:40) How do you think social media has changed the way we communicate science, especially in fields like marine biology?

(1:00:00) How do you balance your passion for marine science with the demands of communicating that knowledge to a broader audience?

(1:06:09) Dog tries to chew everything in sight

(1:08:07) What are your opinions on films like Shark Tale and Finding Nemo? Are they accurate?

(1:10:21) Impressions of Shark Tale characters (sorry)

(1:11:41) Where can people find resources if they would like to learn more about marine biology and how to make it into a career?

(1:13:41) Do you have any tips for aspiring underwater photographers looking to capture stunning images of marine life?

(1:17:15) Why not to geotag your photos in areas where poaching might be/are an issue

(1:20:27) What animals do you currently have?

(1:22:31) Meeting Lana, the chinchilla

(1:25:15) Owning chinchillas, instagram vs reality

(1:28:11) Any tips for anyone thinking of starting an aquarium? Beginner knowledge? Do's and don'ts?

(1:28:36) WiFi crashes - Cue tangen about piercings chewing

(1:29:20) Any tips for anyone thinking of starting an aquarium? Beginner knowledge? Do's and don'ts?

(1:33:09) Best types of starter fish?

(1:36:10) Recommended photography equipment

(1:37:12) Water changes - Be aware

(1:39:15) Fish to avoid and why?

(1:39:43) Where can we find you on social media?

(1:40:26) Closing

(1:42:56) Outro

(1:43:20) End