Santo Antao is a diverse and rich island surrounded by beautiful subtropical reefs. Many of the islands here are protected marine reserves and state parks, allowing the rich marine life to thrive. Our undersea team ventured out on a dive to explore these waters and to capture the underwater world to share with our guests.
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- 18 Apr 2024
Santo Antao, Cabo Verde, 4/18/2024, National Geographic Endurance
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Amy Malkoski, Undersea Specialist
Amy was raised near Cape Cod in coastal Marion, Massachusetts, and her relationship with the ocean and nature has always been an active one. Her parents, avid divers and marine biologists, introduced her to the underwater world when she was very youn...
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