We also did a trip to niue recently with BJ, and found much the same as what you guys encountered. Plenty of dogtooth around that 10-15kg mark almost every 2nd or 3rd drop. Biggest we got was 27kg but not a lot of huge fish around. The few fish we seen at the fads were also very cagey and super hard to get close to. Tons of big sharks at the fads too which was nerve wracking once the chum got them up to the surface It definitely takes a few hard learnings to get used to the blue water, we missed some rather huge wahoo, and by the time you get the hang of it it’s time to go home haha. Had a Such a wicked place
Large grouper (Queensland/Bumble bee Grouper) like these are not always targeted due to them being protected in lots of places in the world (wide spread species with many names). Along with being very prone to ciguatera (a virus that is very dangerous through consumption of certain fish).
awsome videos wettie and team me and my family are planning a trip in august , can i ask where did you stay any recommendations please with kids and the wifey
Thank you. We stayed in an air bnb near the wharf (Anakule), which would work well with the family. Very comfortable and walking proximity to town and the main wharf, across the road from the water. Depending on what the family would want to do, it would be a good option. Otherwise the main resort. Make sure to get a rental car and have a great time!
@@adran5916 Yes, the sea snakes in theory are only capable of biting the webbing between fingers and toes (due to size of mouth). Not to mention they don't tend to be aggressive just inquisitive.
Fish Aggregating Device. Can come in many forms. But commonly anchored floats or floating contraption (doesn't have to be anchored) that is out in deep water often 300m to 1000m deep. Fish tend to aggregate around these as a reference point and create a food chain effect.
We also did a trip to niue recently with BJ, and found much the same as what you guys encountered. Plenty of dogtooth around that 10-15kg mark almost every 2nd or 3rd drop. Biggest we got was 27kg but not a lot of huge fish around. The few fish we seen at the fads were also very cagey and super hard to get close to. Tons of big sharks at the fads too which was nerve wracking once the chum got them up to the surface
It definitely takes a few hard learnings to get used to the blue water, we missed some rather huge wahoo, and by the time you get the hang of it it’s time to go home haha. Had a Such a wicked place
Excellent video
that's amazing great video.
Thank you!
Beautiful diving. You provide great narration. Why not shoot the giant grouper?
Large grouper (Queensland/Bumble bee Grouper) like these are not always targeted due to them being protected in lots of places in the world (wide spread species with many names). Along with being very prone to ciguatera (a virus that is very dangerous through consumption of certain fish).
Love the footage and narration. You using a 7.5mm shaft with 16mm bands on the 120? Looks like a great setup
Yes worked well. Also ran one of our rollers with 7mm also shot very nicely.
awsome videos wettie and team me and my family are planning a trip in august , can i ask where did you stay any recommendations please with kids and the wifey
Thank you. We stayed in an air bnb near the wharf (Anakule), which would work well with the family. Very comfortable and walking proximity to town and the main wharf, across the road from the water. Depending on what the family would want to do, it would be a good option. Otherwise the main resort. Make sure to get a rental car and have a great time!
thank you very much, is it safe for the kids to snorkel with the snakes around near the reef?
@@adran5916 Yes, the sea snakes in theory are only capable of biting the webbing between fingers and toes (due to size of mouth). Not to mention they don't tend to be aggressive just inquisitive.
Thank you for your help much appreciated cheers safe diving
Nothing wrong with Barracuda….
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What is a fad? I guess I’m not keeping up on the lingo
Fish Aggregating Device. Can come in many forms. But commonly anchored floats or floating contraption (doesn't have to be anchored) that is out in deep water often 300m to 1000m deep. Fish tend to aggregate around these as a reference point and create a food chain effect.