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Study Shows Scuba Divers Contribute to Reef Damage

Even well-intentioned, experienced divers contribute to coral reef damage, a new study shows. Here's how you can avoid making an impact.

Car Inspired By James Bond Movies Drives Underwater

Your hot new convertible might be a babe-magnet on the roads – but does it drive underwater?

UK Establishes World's Largest Marine Reserve in South Pacific Pitcairn Islands

Only about 1% of the world's oceans are protected in reserves, but this number is steadily growing thanks in part to the United Kingdom.

Join a Thrilling Seven-Night Research Odyssey Aboard the Four Seasons Explorer

Study the Maldives’ most exciting residents— manta rays and whale sharks

Sea Heroes: In Their Words - Lad Akins

_Scuba Diving_ magazine had a chance to catch up with August 2014 Sea Hero Lad Akins at DEMA Las Vegas to discuss his marine conservation work and his involvement with lionfish populations across t

Video: Diving Gardens of the Queen in Cuba

Cuba's Gardens of the Queen is one of the hottest dive locales in the Caribbean — and for good reason. It offers an amazing diversity of underwater wildlife.

NOAA expands Cordell Bank and Gulf of the Farallones national marine sanctuaries off northern California

Cordell Bank and Gulf of the Farallones national marine sanctuaries off northern California will both more than double in size following a final rule released today by NOAA.

Secchi Disk: A Do-It-Yourself Conservation Tool | Tracking Plankton with Citizen Science

Through a unique global study, seafarers are taking part in recording the effects of climate change through an app. Check out how the Secchi app works!