The largest in the world - Red Creek Fir Petr Myska 2014-09-11 | The Largest Douglas Fir in the world - Red Creek Fir, San Juan Valley, Port Renfrew, BC, Canada.
Tercer aniversario del Dia de Los Arcos. Julio 29, 2024 Petr Myska 2024-08-01 | Los habitantes de Los Arcos.Music I use: bensound.comLicense code: QFYB8FTAIZUAMPWWFotografias de Petr Myska, todos los derechos reservados.
Los Arcos de Mismaloya protected area. 10 Best practices Petr Myska 2023-08-04 | 1. DO NOT FISH OR INTERACT WITH THE FAUNA OR FLORA2. DO NOT TOUCH OR GO BEYOND THE BUOYAGE3. DO NOT TRANSIT, DISEMBARK OR CLIMB THE 5 ISLETS4. NO SPILLS5. MAINTAIN A MINIMUM DISTANCE OF 10 METERS (30 FEET) FROM EACH OF THE 5 ISLETS6. DO NOT EXCEED A SPEED OF 5 MILES PER HOUR IN THE PERIMETER OF THE LOS ARCOS ISLETS AREA 7. NO TYPE OF AERIAL DEVICE IS ALLOWED IN THE AREA8. RESPECT AND COMPLY WITH THE REGULATIONS FOR RECREATIONAL DIVING WITH OR WITHOUT A TANK FROM THE INTERNATIONAL SCUBA AND FREE DIVING ASSOCIATIONS9. COMMIT TO THE CONSERVATION OF THE AREA10. REPORT TO ENVIRONMENTAL AUTHORITIES ANY VIOLATIONS OF ESTABLISHED GOOD PRACTICES
Los Arcos de Mismaloya, área protegida. Decálogo de buenas prácticas. Petr Myska 2023-08-04 | EL DECÁLOGO DE LAS BUENAS PRÁCTICAS1. NO PESCAR O INTERACTUAR CON LA FAUNA O FLORA2. NO TOCAR EL EMBOYADO NI TRASPASARLO3. NO TRANSITAR, DESEMBARCAR O ESCALAR LOS 5 ISLOTES4. NO VERTIDOS5. MANTENER DISTANCIA MÍNIMA DE 10 METROS DE CADA UNO DE LOS 5 ISLOTES6. NO SUPERAR LA VELOCIDAD DE 5 MILLAS POR HORA EN EL PERIMETRO DE LOS ARCOS7. NO PERMITIDOS NINGÚN TIPO DE DISPOSITIVO ÁEREO EN EL POLIGONO 8. RESPETAR Y CUMPLIR LAS NORMAS INTERNCAIONALES PARA EL BUCEO RECREATIVO CON O SIN TANQUE DE LAS PRINCIPALES ASOCIACIONES INTERNACIONALEES DE BUCEO9. COMPROMETERSE AL APOYO ESPECÍFICO DEL AREA10. DENUNCIAR A LAS AUTORIDADES MEDIOAMBIENTALES LAS VULNERACIONES DE LAS BUENAS PRÁCTICAS ESTABLECIDAS QUE OBSERVE EN MIS RECORRIDOS POR EL AREA
The Arches of Mismaloya (Los Arcos de Mismaloya) Petr Myska 2023-08-01 | Since 1975, the Arches of Mismaloya have been declared a refuge area for the protection of marine flora and fauna through a Secretarial Agreement. However, in the year 2000, with the creation of the National Commission of Protected Natural Areas, they were not considered as a protected natural area due to their small size, leaving them without official protection ever since. Despite this, they have always remained the most prominent natural landmark in the municipality of Puerto Vallarta.Over time, the Arches of Mismaloya have become a popular tourist attraction, almost a must-see for any visitor, due to their scenic beauty and the opportunity they offer for a significant encounter with nature.Within this area, you can find countless species of flora and fauna, and each of the ecosystems present here is crucial for the conservation of at least one species considered to be at some conservation risk, such as the low deciduous forest for the nesting of the Blue-footed Booby (Sula nebouxii) or the Sargassum for the Green Sea Turtle (Chelonia agassizii).For this reason, since 2022, a group of researchers and ecotourism service providers have been advocating before SEMARNAT for the official protection of the Arches of Mismaloya through a secretarial agreement that designates the area as a critical habitat for the preservation of wild flora and fauna species.That's why we invite you to watch these videos and contribute to the protection of this important place by following good practices during your visit to the area.
Conoce Los Arcos de Mismaloya Petr Myska 2023-07-31 | Fueron declarados desde 1975 como zona de refugio para la protección de la flora y fauna marinas mediante un Acuerdo Secretarial; sin embargo, en el año 2000 con la creación de la Comisión Nacional de Áreas Naturales Protegidas, no fueron contemplados como un área natural protegida debido a su tamaño reducido, quedando desde entonces de facto sin protección. Pese a esto, han sido desde siempre, el ícono natural más conspicuo del municipio de Puerto Vallarta. Se convirtieron en un atractivo turístico, casi obligado para cualquier visitante, por su belleza escénica y la oportunidad que brindan al visitante de tener una experiencia importante de encuentro con la naturaleza. En ellos, se pueden encontrar infinidad de especies de flora y fauna, y cada uno de los ecosistemas que aquí se encuentran, son importantes para al menos una especie considerada con algún riesgo de conservación, como la selva baja caducifolia para la anidación del Bobo de Patas Azules (Sula nebouxii), o el sargazo para la Tortuga Prieta (Chelonia agassizii).Por esta razón es que un grupo de investigadores y ciudadanos prestadores de servicios ecoturísticos, desde 2022, están impulsando ante la SEMARNAT, que la zona de los Arcos de Mismaloya sea protegida oficialmente por un acuerdo secretarial que establezca el área, como hábitat crítico para la conservación de las especies de flora y fauna silvestre.Por esto te invitamos a ver estos videos y a ayudar en la protección de este importante lugar, siguiendo las buenas prácticas de uso para aplicarlas en tu visita al área.
Digiscoping humpback whales Petr Myska 2023-02-17 | My first digiscoping test with Celestron C90 MAK. A group of mating humpback whales from around 2 miles distance. Puerto Vallarta, Banderas Bay, Mexico.
Underwater Exploration Journal Petr Myska 2022-12-30 | The Underwater Exploration Journal evolved from my National Geographic Field Notes with the hopes to entertain and inspire others to explore and protect the underwater realm on this planet. Virtually all my dives were conducted in search of opportunities to build a photographic archive for my book “Viva Natura: Field Guide for the Ocean Explorer”.
Los Arcos - Reason for hope, Oceanographic Magazine Petr Myska 2022-11-30 | While Los Arcos, a small group of islets on Mexico’s Pacific coast, is one of the country’s most popular holiday destinations that attracts divers from all over the world, the protection of this fascinating terrain has long been an afterthought. Local divers urge for long-term conservation efforts. oceanographicmagazine.com/features/los-arcos-reason-for-hope
Los Arcos de Mismaloya Day (English Version) Petr Myska 2022-07-20 | A small group of volunteers has been pushing to achieve a functional and lasting protection of Los Arcos. It is safe to say that every resident and most visitors to the area will have seen, visited, or at least heard of Los Arcos. They truly are the icon of Banderas Bay. You will find them on local websites, postcards, and promotional posters. Hotels and city sights are named after them. Yet, over the past decades and with ever-increasing speed today, these islets are being threatened by a combination of factors well known to all of us involved in ocean conservation. Lack of formal protection results in overuse and illegal fishing of the area, and a general disregard for the fragility of the ecosystem. Pollution, ghost nets, and irresponsible developers and tour operators also have taken their toll.Yet, we do not give up. So far, we have been able to gather over 3,000 physical citizen signatures to promote the protection of Los Arcos and further collected over 43.000 signatures via the Change.org platform in a petition directed to the governor of the state of Jalisco. We convinced 28 out of the 29 candidates in the last municipal and national chamber of deputies elections to commit to the protection of Los Arcos in writing. We have personally met with local communities, governmental agencies, and academic institutions. A few days ago, with the help of progressive municipal officials, we managed to officially institute July 28th as the Los Arcos de Mismaloya Day.We hope an annual celebration of this little gem is a step towards raising awareness regarding its beauty, importance, and the need to assure its future conservation. There is so much more to be done, but we trust we are on the right path forward.
El Dia de Los Arcos de Mismaloya (Version en Español) Petr Myska 2022-07-17 | A small group of volunteers has been pushing to achieve a functional and lasting protection of Los Arcos. It is safe to say that every resident and most visitors to the area will have seen, visited, or at least heard of Los Arcos. They truly are the icon of Banderas Bay. You will find them on local websites, postcards, and promotional posters. Hotels and city sights are named after them. Yet, over the past decades and with ever-increasing speed today, these islets are being threatened by a combination of factors well known to all of us involved in ocean conservation. Lack of formal protection results in overuse and illegal fishing of the area, and a general disregard for the fragility of the ecosystem. Pollution, ghost nets, and irresponsible developers and tour operators also have taken their toll.Yet, we do not give up. So far, we have been able to gather over 3,000 physical citizen signatures to promote the protection of Los Arcos and further collected over 43.000 signatures via the Change.org platform in a petition directed to the governor of the state of Jalisco. We convinced 28 out of the 29 candidates in the last municipal and national chamber of deputies elections to commit to the protection of Los Arcos in writing. We have personally met with local communities, governmental agencies, and academic institutions. A few days ago, with the help of progressive municipal officials, we managed to officially institute July 28th as the Los Arcos de Mismaloya Day.We hope an annual celebration of this little gem is a step towards raising awareness regarding its beauty, importance, and the need to assure its future conservation. There is so much more to be done, but we trust we are on the right path forward.
Los Anegados dive site from the air. Petr Myska 2022-07-07 | This great spot is conveniently located between El Morro and the Marietas Islands. That means you can treat it as a destination in itself or as a great second dive while visiting either one of the other two. That's exactly what we did on my last visit. Strong currents made our dive at El Morro a bit challenging for those among us with less experience and after a brief discussion, we aimed for Los Anegados for our second tank. No one was disappointed. Above the water surface there is little to see around here (check the drone video), but underwater you can explore an amazing maze of reefs, swim-throughs, and caves. Those, if you are lucky, might have a few nurse sharks resting in their dark depths.
El Morro dive site from the air. Petr Myska 2022-06-09 | El Morro is one of the best dive sites in Banderas Bay. It consists of one large pinnacle, another smaller one, located in the western direction at a distance of about 500 meters, plus a few small scattered rocks that barely break the water surface. To reach El Morro from Puerto Vallarta, count on a boat ride of at least 1 - 1.5 hrs (depending on weather conditions and your boat speed). Situated practically on the doorstep of the open ocean, El Morro can be a challenging dive due to swells, high winds, and currents, especially during the winter months. In the summer, however, and with a bit of luck, diving here can be a wonderful experience. The eastern side of the main pinnacle descends vertically to a sloping sandy bank at about 40m depth on top of which a large tunnel opens into the interior of the rock. Experienced divers can explore the passage and emerge on the opposite side having traversed the pinnacle's entire mass. El Morro attracts large schools of fish, Giant manta rays, Nurse sharks, and in the colder months also a small group of California sea lions. A few lucky divers have also run into the occasional visiting Whale shark.On one of my dives, I decided to bring a drone and have a look at the familiar spot from a different angle.
Feeding Polyps of the Orange cup coral (Tubastraea coccinea) Petr Myska 2022-04-15 | Feeding Polyps of the Orange cup coral (Tubastraea coccinea) at Los Arcos protected marine area close to Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
Kupuri 39 Petr Myska 2021-12-17 | Contemporary panoramic ocean view villa on the Kupuri side of Punta Mita, Mexico.
Orange Cup Coral (Tubastraea coccinea) Petr Myska 2021-12-01 | Orange Cup Coral colony (Tubastraea coccinea) at the foot of El Bajo del Cristo in the Los Arcos protected marine area.
Princesa Vallarta wreck dive Petr Myska 2021-12-01 | The former pleasure boat Princessa Vallarta, sunk a few years ago to create an artificial reef close to the southern shore of Banderas Bay, Mexico.
Trident ROV, Devils Jaw, Los Arcos Petr Myska 2021-02-06 | Trident submarine ROV exploration of the Devil's Jaw wall at Los Arcos Marine Park, Banderas Bay, Mexico.
Rancho R+R, Punta Mita, Mexico. 3D Virtual Tour Petr Myska 2021-01-07 | Matterport 3D Virtual tour of Rancho R+R, 7 Bedroom luxury beachfront villa in Punta Mita, Mexico.
Penthouse Conchas Chinas Petr Myska 2020-10-24 | Penthouse with panoramic ocean views of Banderas Bay built in classic Puerto Vallarta golden age style.
Casita Corazon, Careyes Petr Myska 2020-10-03 | Aerial video of Casita Corazon, Careyes, Mexicomyskaphoto.com
Stone triggerfish (Pseudobalistes naufragium) Petr Myska 2020-09-23 | Stone triggerfish (Pseudobalistes naufragium) looking for food at Los Arcos national marine park, Banderas Bay, Mexico. Puerto Vallarta
Underwater Exploration Magazine - Banderas Bay Biodiversity Petr Myska 2020-07-10 | This second edition of Underwater Exploration evolved from my National Geographic Open Explorer blog written under the title “BANDERAS BAY BIODIVERSITY”. The Open Explorer platform was discontinued in September 2019 and selected projects were re-launched in June 2020 under a new name, “Field Notes”. I was fortunate enough to be selected and invited to continue reporting on my expeditions under the National Geographic Society banner. This magazine is my attempt to keep memories of my adventures alive with the hopes to entertain and inspire others to explore and protect the underwater realm on this planet. Virtually all my dives were conducted in search of opportunities to build a photographic archive for my book “Viva Natura: Field Guide for the Ocean Explorer”.Browse the magazine for free here: issuu.com/viva_natura_books/docs/uwe_magazine_issue_02_blurb_01
Eerily Beautiful - Capturing images of Salish sea life Petr Myska 2020-06-19 | In 1980 I decided to become a scuba diver. I just finished reading my first Cousteau and couldn’t imagine any grander adventure than exploring the world’s oceans from a cool ship full of brave scientists, who plunge into the depths in black neoprene suits with fashionable yellow stripes. When I drew this scene at school for my art class assignment named “My future occupation”, my teacher thought there was something seriously wrong with me. We were living under the communist regime in land -locked Czechoslovakia and I was 7 years old. It took me decades to fulfill my childhood dream, but I finally arrived. I brought on this quest my second passion - photography and found them to be an excellent combo. This first edition of Underwater Exploration evolved from my National Geographic Open Explorer blog written under the title “EERILY BEAUTIFUL” and covers my Canadian diving adventures of the summer of 2019.You can browse the entire magazine for free here:issuu.com/viva_natura_books/docs/eerilybeautiful_compressed
Getting my Trident ROV stuck once again Petr Myska 2020-05-07 | Getting my Trident ROV stuck once again while exploring the Devil’s Jaw at Los Arcos. The port side panel of the sub got detached at about 100 feet while trying to free a snagged umbilical. It is not apparent from the video footage whether it came to rest on the rocky shelf of the wall’s lip or tumbled down into the abyss. We have a good idea of where to look though. Tomorrow = salvage dive. Cross fingers that we find it! (We did manage to pull out the ROV itself. Thanks to captain Chava for expert maneuvering)
Tres Mares Penthouse Petr Myska 2020-01-25 | The most spectacular condominium in the Mexican Pacific Riviera. This stunning, modern and professionally designed penthouse offers astonishing views of Puerto Vallarta and Banderas Bay. Marble walls and floors bathrooms, fine wood doors and closets, sliding doors that open to large terraces where you will enjoy breathless views from sunrise to sunset. Exclusive Tres Mares development grants luxury amenities such as ocean front pool, restaurant, tennis courts, walking track, gym and world-class spa.Photography by Petr Myska, www. myskaphoto.comMusic: www.bensound.com
Rancho R + R Petr Myska 2020-01-16 | Rancho R&R is an exquisite beachfront home nestled on 1.7 acres in the ultra-private Ranchos community of Punta Mita and is indeed a masterpiece. Perfectly conceived over 5 years, owners and architects worked together meticulously to ensure no detail was overlooked. The architectural craftsman for R&R are none other than internationally renowned Mexican architects Alfonso Lopez Baz and Javier Calleja. Both architects put their heart and soul into this home. The resulting award-winning “X-shaped” design is a modern masterwork and one of the most aesthetically beautiful homes you will ever see. Indoors and outdoors blend seamlessly with the design amplifying the 206 feet of beachfront and accentuating the panoramic ocean views from every corner of the property. The wonder and genius of Lopez Baz’s and Calleja’s “X-shaped” design is that you can enjoy these expansive views with ultimate privacy.As incredible as the home itself is, the in-residence service is equally impeccable. The Four Seasons-trained on-site house manager and team ensure you are pampered and the on-site chef caters to your every culinary need.This beachfront paradise has exceptional amenities, including water sports a gymnasium, as well as its own private beach area. Other amenities in Punta Mita include several beach clubs, two Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf courses and a world-class tennis facility.Rancho R&R, the beachfront masterpiece defined.Photography by Petr Myska, www. myskaphoto.com
Trident Majahuitas May 14 2019 Petr Myska 2019-05-21 | Deep sea coral garden at Majahuitas, Banderas Bay, Mexico
Trident ROV, Los Arcos, Banderas Bay, Mexico. 04 May 2019 Petr Myska 2019-05-07 | Trident ROV, Los Arcos, Banderas Bay, Mexico. 04 May 2019
Trident ROV, Los Arcos, Banderas Bay, Mexico. 28 April 2019 Petr Myska 2019-05-01 | Trident ROV, Los Arcos, Banderas Bay, Mexico. 28 April 2019
Sula nebouxii courtship Petr Myska 2018-01-07 | The complex courtship of Blue-footed Booby (Sula nebouxii). Feet showing, nest material tossing, sky gazing and spreading of wings are all part of this dance. Males emit whistling sounds, females more gutural croaking. Isla Isabel, off the coast of Mexican state of Nayarit is one of the most preserved nesting sites in the country. Infested with cats and rats in the past, today, after a successful eradication campaign, it is once again a sea birds' paradise.
Palmasola, Punta Mita, Mexico Petr Myska 2016-02-22 | The Palmasola experience is about making the most of your precious time, creating space to truly be together, and continually exceeding expectations. Palmasola is universally recognized as amongst the finest luxury beach villas in the world. Guests of this 9-bedroom beachfront 25,000 square foot villa enjoy amenities of the Four Seasons Resort Punta Mita, an uncompromising staff and the very best location of all Punta Mita luxury villas.
Jardin Botanico de Vallarta - teaser Petr Myska 2014-12-27 | The Vallarta Botanical Garden is working on new promotional videos featuring the property and surrounding tropical forest in a bird's eye perspective by drone helicopter. A few teaser clips have been placed together using footage taken of the Garden in December of 2014 while editing, storylining, and other work continues. Funds are needed for completion and tax-deductable donations to the Garden for this project are being accepted. This will serve as a great promotion of the Vallarta Botanical Garden and the Puerto Vallarta Region in general as a world-class garden tourism destination. Please write to info@vbgardens.org with any questions.
Rio Horcones, Puerto Vallarta, Mexico Petr Myska 2014-10-06 | Have you ever wondered how the muscular waterfalls on the Horcones river look like from up close? I have, so I sent my drone to have a look.
Good Night Conchas Chinas Petr Myska 2014-03-25 | On sunsets like this you just have to ... grab your drone fly.Last rays of light on Conchas Chinas beach. Good night.
