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Marine Conservation

Adrienne Jordan | December 5, 2019
Youth Diving With a Purpose

Youth Diving With a Purpose is a scuba diving program that teaches young divers to learn underwater surveying and discover the history of slave ships and more.

Suzan Meldonian | December 2, 2019
How the Local Dive Community Protected Blue Heron Bridge

Local scuba divers in South Florida helped protect one of Florida's best dive sites: Blue Heron Bridge in Riviera Beach.

David Shiffman | November 25, 2019
What Happens to Ocean Animals During a Tsunami?

In this edition of Ask a Marine Biologist, Dr. David Shiffman answers a question from a reader.

David Shiffman, Ph.D. | November 21, 2019
The Recipe for a Successful MPA

All marine protected areas (or MPAs) are not created equal—these factors help determine whether this important environmental tool can achieve its goals.

Mary Frances Emmons | November 4, 2019
Jim Ritterhoff Named 2019 Sea Hero of the Year

Ritterhoff, originally recognized as a Sea Hero in June 2019 has been chosen as *Scuba Diving's* Sea Hero of the Year by a panel of judges.

Scuba Diving Editors | October 23, 2019
Colin Limpus Earns Sea Hero Honors for Sea Turtle Research

Limpus has spent 50 years dedicated to sea turtle conservation in Queensland, Australia.

Brooke Morton | October 15, 2019
Can the Critically Endangered Vaquita Be Saved?

Activists believe there are only about nine vaquita left in the world, meaning this rare porpoise is likely close to extinction.

David Shiffman, Ph.D. | October 14, 2019
How Well-Intentioned Divers Are Hurting Shark Conservation

Scuba divers are always looking for ways to help protect shark species—here are some common conservation mistakes and ways that you can help protect sharks.