The Search for Norman the Friendly Nurse Shark in Belize!

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  • @KS-uh5lx
    @KS-uh5lx 2 ปีที่แล้ว +29

    I love that Rubert just casually appears to investigate your dive every now and then. He's so cute!

  • @MayimHastings
    @MayimHastings 2 ปีที่แล้ว +28

    Groupers are so underrated! Rupert was adorable! Fabulous episode 💙

  • @FintasticFilms
    @FintasticFilms 2 ปีที่แล้ว +74

    That first dive was incredible! You saw almost everything you could've hoped for on that dive. I loved how everywhere you went the grouper was right there behind you checking everything out lol

    • @cassiemontgomery45
      @cassiemontgomery45 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      For sure the grouper is in charge of that reef and approves of any "goings on "!

    • @jellystar2866
      @jellystar2866 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Exactly🦈!

    • @BlueWorldTV
      @BlueWorldTV  2 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      Please keep in mind that we didn't get ALL that on one dive. There isn't enough time in a dive. We combine multiple dives into one "dive" because nobody wants to see us going in and out of the water 5 times.

    • @shoosh222
      @shoosh222 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@cassiemontgomery45 he’s reef security, lol!

  • @roadhouse6999
    @roadhouse6999 2 ปีที่แล้ว +52

    I remember when I was a kid back in the early 2000s, I read this book about sharks that introduced nurse sharks with the sentence "You wouldn't have one of these taking care of you in the hospital in your wildest dreams." Funnily enough, I recently found out that the Aquarium in Atlanta lets veterans who were medically discharged dive in their giant shark tank for free, and that the Soldier Rehabilitation Center here at Fort Benning occasionally has their patients take trips up to Atlanta to swim with, and possibly even feed and pet (I'm not sure how true that part is), their sharks. So shark therapy for those with trauma, depression, and anxiety is in fact a thing.

    • @henriquedearruda8902
      @henriquedearruda8902 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Just where is this join button?

    • @lizycole8999
      @lizycole8999 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      shark therapy is also effective virtually, can confirm!

    • @MayimHastings
      @MayimHastings 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Woah, that’s so awesome! Thanks for telling us! I live right by the Georgia aquarium, too, and now I want to go back. 💚🙏

    • @agerven
      @agerven 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      This is wonderful information and a good thing for the veterans. Thanks for sharing it.

  • @waybisplayz7301
    @waybisplayz7301 2 ปีที่แล้ว +36

    Rupert is so adorable and funny 😄

  • @surreal4645
    @surreal4645 2 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    I don’t think I’d be able to leave Rupert so easily like you did!!😂🥺I loved how curious he was❤️

  • @Flederratte
    @Flederratte 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    I really like you telling how the fish interacted with you. I often find that fish will interact with me and are curious when I am snorkelling in fresh water. There is a lot more to fish than most people think!

  • @amara8934
    @amara8934 2 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    The fish and Norman were so gentle🥰! The reef and water looks amazing, another wonderful episode!😀

  • @agerven
    @agerven 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    This must indeed be one of the best scuba places on the planet, for all you mentioned: especially the clearest water, very healthy reefs, and the associated diversity of life!
    Let's hope all divers and Belizians contribute to the continuation of such a precious spot on Earth.
    What a way to be able to enjoy this from my home, having the Blue World team as companions with their humor, their expert knowledge, video editing and music, and enthusiasm all around.
    Thank you all!

  • @huntress44
    @huntress44 2 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    Beautiful dive! Love Norman, but I think the grouper is more fun to hang out with 😆

  • @FintasticFilms
    @FintasticFilms 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I just showed this episode to my whole family and they loved it. My dad really wants to go to Belize now lol

  • @malifor2210
    @malifor2210 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    That "cave" scene on 11:23 was astonishing!! What a perfect reef! and enough light to see the colors!

  • @hannahjones1646
    @hannahjones1646 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Norman is so gentle and all the episodes are amazing

  • @thatisartnotpffft6368
    @thatisartnotpffft6368 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I can't stand not doing this. I've been to Belize and the snorkeling memories consume me sometimes. I actually miss the stingray that played with me. I'd swim down and flip over and the ray would swim right over me every time and follow me around. Very awesome video again BlueWorldTV!

  • @dreadnoughtus2598
    @dreadnoughtus2598 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Love your videos. The longer the video went on, the more desperate I was to see Norman! Lol. Lighthouse Reef looks AMAZING. I enjoy everyone of your videos. Thankyou for sharing it with us.

    • @BlueWorldTV
      @BlueWorldTV  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for watching!

  • @elaineb7065
    @elaineb7065 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Came for sharkies, stayed for everything!!! So much variety in those two dives. Loved the ray, Caribbean Reef Shark, turtle, toadfish, Norman & his friend, & of course cheeky Rupert the grouper, but everything was amazing to see

  • @peteayuso6058
    @peteayuso6058 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    This is so awesome, thank you for coming down and checking out Belize, there’s tons of great dive spots here, central americas best kept secret really does have something for for everyone, loved the video

    • @badvibes501
      @badvibes501 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Got that right pete

  • @Cam___
    @Cam___ 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I actually forgot all about this channel! Glad to see y’all are still making videos

  • @CammyTheSportsEntertainer
    @CammyTheSportsEntertainer 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Norman is adorable! 🥰 Love to the sharkies.

  • @KingApeiron
    @KingApeiron 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Rupert's such a buddy! He just wants to be included!

  • @normalnorma4974
    @normalnorma4974 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Absolutely fantastic video. Thanks so much for letting us see what happens beneath the water. Truly appreciate these fantastic videos.

  • @cassiemontgomery45
    @cassiemontgomery45 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Wonderful video! Wonderful sealife too! Looks like the grouper wanted to be invited along! It seems Rupert the Grouper has claimed that reef for his own!

  • @panosl1187
    @panosl1187 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I have to say, you are the reason i began my padi open water course, today i did my first dive and it was amazing. Thanks for inspiring people

  • @MaeveHoward
    @MaeveHoward 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Beautiful footage, and an entertaining episode as always. Thank you for sharing the beauty of the blue world with us!

    • @BlueWorldTV
      @BlueWorldTV  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Glad you enjoyed it!

  • @OmerSchechter
    @OmerSchechter 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Great to see your content moving out of the US again and into more 'accessible' reef diving overseas - presumably because we're now getting footage of post-lockdown travels!
    More sharks please!! Love your channel!

    • @BlueWorldTV
      @BlueWorldTV  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      We actually were traveling internationally extensively during COVID on a project for a client, so no Blue World episodes came out of it. Now we are just getting back to doing some travel for Blue World.

  • @bayoumafia208
    @bayoumafia208 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I went Diving at lighthouse reef in Belize about a week ago and I swear I saw the same grouper you saw. Our dive master even gave it a kiss lol. But yeah that grouper just comes right up to you .

  • @doglife6193
    @doglife6193 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I just got scuba certified 2 weeks ago because of your channel thank you for introducing me to this amazing sport

  • @atis9061
    @atis9061 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I love Rupert! He’s a good companion to have around! Perhaps his fame will soar now, like Normans. Your photography was quite stunning in parts!

  • @HeatherSZ
    @HeatherSZ 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I love that yinz name all the fish species, super helpful. Thanks!!!

  • @MadMatt13
    @MadMatt13 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    OH wow that was fantastic! I wonder what Rupert is doing right now...

  • @todivetoday
    @todivetoday 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Awesome video, Jonathan, thank you and your support for yet another great story. Belize was also on my list of the dive destinations to visit. But, thanks to your footage, the place jumped to the top of my roster. Hope, to visit Belize soon.
    Thanks again.
    Cheers

    • @BlueWorldTV
      @BlueWorldTV  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks Timur. Really healthy coral there and we had really great visibility.

  • @jenelaina5665
    @jenelaina5665 ปีที่แล้ว

    This was wonderful and more people need to see Rupert what a pal

  • @Sherwoody
    @Sherwoody 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Was the grouper seeing his reflection in your mask? I’ve had freshwater sunfish sometimes bump my mask trying to get acquainted.

  • @andrewferrara11
    @andrewferrara11 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Fantastic! Belize is on my list of scuba diving places!

  • @sassa82
    @sassa82 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Such a great video! I love it! It should be on Netflix.

  • @markloveyanira
    @markloveyanira 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Finally one of Belize. My son loves watching your shows. He wishes to have meet u. He messaged you via facebook once and when you replied he was excited. He told you about the Blue Hole

    • @BlueWorldTV
      @BlueWorldTV  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Blue Hole episode coming in November.

    • @markloveyanira
      @markloveyanira 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@BlueWorldTV awesome!! Cant wait to see.

  • @jellystar2866
    @jellystar2866 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Some many gorgeous sea creatures!!

  • @thebreezelife
    @thebreezelife 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That grouper was adorable 🤣 lmfaoooo

  • @dosesandmimoses
    @dosesandmimoses 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    This is so much more interesting and important than legal paperwork … gratitude

  • @IrwanSaputraNinenine
    @IrwanSaputraNinenine 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    video like this deserved millions like!

  • @vdrgem9659
    @vdrgem9659 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I also learned a lot of new English expressions! Grazie! 🥰

  • @busybillyb33
    @busybillyb33 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    The amount of fascinating creatures to see in such a small patch of the ocean is simply staggering. I'm so jealous of what you do. I don't know if it is something I can afford to go do myself but I thank you for bringing such amazing wonder to my screen. 🙏

    • @BlueWorldTV
      @BlueWorldTV  11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Thanks for watching!

  • @shoosh222
    @shoosh222 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This video is a coral lover’s DREAM!

  • @Bloody_FOXY47040
    @Bloody_FOXY47040 ปีที่แล้ว

    This was not only Norman's show, but Rupurt as well! You should visit him again someday!

  • @juliannarmitage-gj6vz
    @juliannarmitage-gj6vz 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I really enjoyed watching all the programs...can not wait for more

  • @douwedehaan3697
    @douwedehaan3697 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Amazing video Jonathan, thank you!!

  • @yeukhim1
    @yeukhim1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Another great video with lots to see. Thank you blue world

    • @BlueWorldTV
      @BlueWorldTV  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Glad you enjoyed it!

  • @moalzaben5554
    @moalzaben5554 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Hey Jonathan have ever thought of diving the famous Belize blue hole which is nearby?

    • @BlueWorldTV
      @BlueWorldTV  2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      We will have a separate episode about the Blue Hole.

    • @moalzaben5554
      @moalzaben5554 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@BlueWorldTV coolio

  • @TheSmileyTek
    @TheSmileyTek 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    A liveaboard at the GBR is on my bucket list. Aiming for 2024.

  • @justpassingby-iz9ku
    @justpassingby-iz9ku 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Beautiful footage as usual amazing stuff!

  • @theveryfirst
    @theveryfirst 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    American: Hey, let's suit up.
    British: Shall we get ready.
    Ha ha. Love your videos Jonathon. From one diver to another....thanks.

  • @palatina6626
    @palatina6626 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Stunning.

  • @SRSR-pc8ti
    @SRSR-pc8ti ปีที่แล้ว

    You weave a great story, captivating and magical.

  • @blueabyss8119
    @blueabyss8119 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    HEY JONATHAN! I was waiting until you had a new video out. I just got back from grand cayman and South Africa and the diving in both places were amazing. Tyler and Mel from Sunset House told me to say hi to you and they hoped you would be back soon. Although I did wonder one thing from this video, what happened to your Forcefins? Anyways, I am glad I am seeing your newest videos and hope one day I would be able to run into you and go diving with you, as with my family. Thanks for the AMAZING videos!

    • @BlueWorldTV
      @BlueWorldTV  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I did some cave diving in Belize (see video coming in August!) and I just had so much gear, I didn't need to bring two sets of fins

  • @aternias
    @aternias ปีที่แล้ว

    Rupert is adorable ❤❤❤

  • @juliannarmitage-gj6vz
    @juliannarmitage-gj6vz 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Qi am so happy we have Johnathan Birds Bluecworld.

    • @BlueWorldTV
      @BlueWorldTV  7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Aw, thanks!! I'm glad I get to make it!

  • @horhevamp8890
    @horhevamp8890 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    what an amazing looking dive that first one... coral, fish, fancy fish, sharks.... dream like divesite.

  • @matthewwyjad
    @matthewwyjad 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Interesting about that grouper. I find that bass behave very much the same way. Curious fish. I remember once jumping in the water only to have a spherical wall of bass all staring right at me.

  • @Unknown.bre7
    @Unknown.bre7 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Hi can you reply Plss I been whatching since I was 7 I’m 13 now and I did my first dive yesterday and it was sooooo amazing 🤩

  • @jonathansantos2271
    @jonathansantos2271 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    wow. nice places to go diving.
    thanks for everything.
    camera light was fancy.
    as long with all the sensible experience charted interestingly enough.
    you folks got some really good footage of the area creatures. I notice there were even small eco systems if you take a look closer I'm am sure.
    thanks for feeding the fishes on each visit♥️

  • @roybm3124
    @roybm3124 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Amazing dive wow!

  • @adampilot8275
    @adampilot8275 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Outstanding spot for giving. Great clip but the only draw back is the monsoon has started in my necks of the waters so no diving for the next 4 1/2 months. Can't wait for the rainy season to pass.

  • @reubenbrucel.dadula2911
    @reubenbrucel.dadula2911 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Norman is so cool 😎 and sharky

  • @Divya-eo9wr
    @Divya-eo9wr 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wow so beautiful ... thankyou sir 👍😇😇👍💖

  • @MLPdiver
    @MLPdiver ปีที่แล้ว

    I have made over 500 logged dives, mostly in the Caribbean. What an incredibly active and diverse reef this is! It would take 50 dives elsewhere to see all the life at this site!

    • @BlueWorldTV
      @BlueWorldTV  ปีที่แล้ว

      Keep in mind that our episodes are often compilations of several dives. This episode was a compilation of several days on the liveaboard. We didn't see all this stuff in one dive.

  • @tonywang1766
    @tonywang1766 ปีที่แล้ว

    On epic books I was addicted to this show

  • @Anna-ry4lf
    @Anna-ry4lf 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I love Rupert😚

  • @jakejustesen2487
    @jakejustesen2487 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I was free diving in Southern California where I live, and a sea bass followed me 300 meters down the beach. I could tell it was the same fish because it had a piece of sea grass sticking out of its mouth.

    • @BlueWorldTV
      @BlueWorldTV  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Black Sea bass can be especially curious fish.

  • @kingofgaming845
    @kingofgaming845 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I’m almost 15 years old and I’ve been dreaming to be a scuba diver I’ve been watching u since I was 10

  • @DiRECs
    @DiRECs 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video! I loved the huge variety of species and the info on each one. Amazing adaptations they have (10:53, it's practically flying).
    Videos like these make me think of all the millions of species that must have ever existed on Earth in the long past, many of which we'll never find out about.

  • @sharethelove5034
    @sharethelove5034 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    You are just what I needed for this Monday evening. Thank you ☺️

    • @BlueWorldTV
      @BlueWorldTV  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for watching!

  • @sonyawilliams4266
    @sonyawilliams4266 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    im 11 in the 5th grad and i see some of your vids on epic i love you guys kepp up the good work;)

  • @thedoubledogs4065
    @thedoubledogs4065 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I love all of your videos!! I am so excited to be able to scuba dive too!

  • @analisagarcia5094
    @analisagarcia5094 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    i love blue world

  • @esterherschkovich6499
    @esterherschkovich6499 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    New sub here from the UK,interesting videos,I could never dive so enjoy watching 😊

  • @PhthaloCobalt
    @PhthaloCobalt 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I love Jawfish!! Awesome find!

    • @BlueWorldTV
      @BlueWorldTV  8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      There's a comment you don't hear often!! Thanks for watching!

  • @FintasticFilms
    @FintasticFilms 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Your face at 3:36 is so funny!

    • @BlueWorldTV
      @BlueWorldTV  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I was seriously waiting for Rupert to try to chomp my lips!

  • @Drkhadidjafatimaelhorri
    @Drkhadidjafatimaelhorri 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    It was amazing 👏 😍

  • @didimoe7334
    @didimoe7334 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Merci pour cette splendide vidéo, les Caraïbes sont un paradis pour la plongée

  • @dawnsoloway9677
    @dawnsoloway9677 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Jonathan I would love to go scuba diving with you I love you videos and I live in mass to

  • @ybk6858
    @ybk6858 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Amazing videography and beautiful story telling as always BlueWorld Team!
    Ive been in love with this channel for quite a while now.
    I think I can speak for the whole community please keep it up!

  • @esterherschkovich6499
    @esterherschkovich6499 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Beautiful nature and Colours 😊

  • @thebreezelife
    @thebreezelife 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I want a Rupert😭❤

  • @user-yd1uq2fs5d
    @user-yd1uq2fs5d 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    amazing😍😍

  • @HeatherSZ
    @HeatherSZ 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    So awesome, love seeing all your adventures.

  • @liamdownes
    @liamdownes 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    This video was great, my mind was blown

  • @sethcoogan3966
    @sethcoogan3966 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Another fantastic video. Enjoying this content so much! The shots inside the reef "cave" were incredible!

    • @BlueWorldTV
      @BlueWorldTV  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I stayed in there a long time because the silversides were so cool!

  • @MikeySassounian
    @MikeySassounian 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What a great video!! Even spotted myself a few times ;) great work

    • @BlueWorldTV
      @BlueWorldTV  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hey man!!!! Whats up???

  • @thekeyster14
    @thekeyster14 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I’m in Belize on a drive trip right now! If you don’t get on a live abroad check out Hamanasi Dive Resort. Best place I’ve stayed by far.

  • @jobayerchowdhory9606
    @jobayerchowdhory9606 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    after a long time sir I enjoy this video

  • @BRIDGETTWC
    @BRIDGETTWC 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love ❤ Blue 🌎 world!

  • @ksmorgan4
    @ksmorgan4 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The grouper is very funny

  • @jellystar2866
    @jellystar2866 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Can't wait for your next astonishing video!😎🌊

  • @oneshotme
    @oneshotme 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Looks like Norman was wanting a rub
    Enjoyed your video and I gave it a Thumbs Up

    • @BlueWorldTV
      @BlueWorldTV  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for watching!

  • @iuliaalexandra4571
    @iuliaalexandra4571 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is amazing

  • @FFAdventuresOriginal
    @FFAdventuresOriginal 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I get a notification for a new BlueWorldTV episode, I hit the LIKE button before I even start the video! Such a great episode though, so many amazing shots and I learned something new, as always; namely that the Cucumber sponge breathes through its butt.

  • @FriendlyKat
    @FriendlyKat 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is such a fantastic video! I love the views of almost everything you saw! The Blue Would is truly a beautiful place that is often underestimated or overlooked.
    I got my SCUBA certification about 6-7 year ago, and one day hope to dive in a reef site like this! It's truly another world! The cinematography, along with the edited music is just... it really makes it even MORE pretty! Thanks for all that you do!
    11:47 Is that a different Grouper? It looks like a different color? I feel like Rupert is like the coral reef's security guard with how often he checked you out. LOL

    • @BlueWorldTV
      @BlueWorldTV  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Nassau groupers actually can change color quite significantly.

    • @FriendlyKat
      @FriendlyKat 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@BlueWorldTV I had no idea! That's super cool!

  • @williamsweet2253
    @williamsweet2253 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    My friend would argue about the eel, he got bit but was👌

  • @chisaquaticvibe6524
    @chisaquaticvibe6524 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Know It Alls: Nurse Sharks!!!

  • @danytamarindo
    @danytamarindo 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Jonathan you should make another nurse shark video