Ultimate Guide to Diving With Whale Sharks

Where to see whale sharks, what they eat, best dive locations, and expert tips for sustainable encounters.

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A rare Florida cold snap left hundreds of juvenile sea turtles cold-stunned in shallow lagoons, prompting a rapid rescue and rehabilitation response that offers a rare look inside the delicate, hands-
Sea Otter Conservationist Chanel Hason Named July '25 Sea Hero

Learn more about how one rescue diver–turned-conservationist is working to bring a thriving sea otter population back to the Oregon coast.

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Introduction to Blackwater Diving

When the sun sets, the ocean comes alive with a whole new world of marine life. Here's what you can expect—and how to prepare your camera.

What’s the Deal With Shark Teeth?

Ever wonder why sharks have so many differently shaped teeth or why they keep regrowing throughout their lives? Dr. David Shiffman discusses one of sharks' most iconic—and fascinating—features.

Can Magnets Keep Beaches Shark-Free?

Can sharks be kept at bay without harm? A scientist is testing an electromagnetic barrier off Cape Cod to find out.

Splashing Around With Harbor Seals in Monterey

Monterey, California, is home to insatiably curious and playful harbor seals. Here's what it's like when they're zipping around you while on a dive.

Diver's Paradise Hosts Inaugural Lionfish Derby in Miami

Off the coast of Miami, divers are gearing up for a lionfish derby, organized for the first time by Diver’s Paradise, to help protect Florida’s marine ecosystems.

Swimming With Whale and Basking Sharks

Few divers would give up the chance to swim with the two largest fish in the sea—whale sharks and basking sharks. Here's where to make it happen.

Dominican Republic's Humpback Haven

One travel-weary diver finds respite on a weeklong liveaboard trip. On the agenda: snorkeling with humpback whales in Silver Bank, a protected breeding area.