Four species of crown-of-thorns

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I wanted to toss up a quick post to clear up something we were talking about earlier in our trip.  We had several conversations earlier regarding the challenges of crown-of-thorn starfish (Acanthaster planci; often called simply “COTS”) surrounding their purported colonial nature.  This was a misconception.  The original stepping off point was the comment that this […]

End of the Runway Beach

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After a visit to the Boat Shed, we ended our introduction to Aitutaki with a snorkel at the (other end of runway) End of the Runway Beach as the sun was setting this evening.  Just before we entered the water, we checked out the goings on the beach itself: We also discussed the fine-grained sand […]