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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.

5 Ways to Preserve Coral Reefs

Working together is the only way to protect these fragile ocean resources.

Preserving the Northwestern Hawaiian Islands: It Takes an MPA

Legislation designed to protect the Northwestern Hawaiian Islands has been key to the recovery of the chain's reef habitat.

Navy Dives at WWII Plane Wreck Site; Acrobatic Thresher Shark [Links We Like]

Divers spot an aircraft wreck; jumping sharks; and the colors of Indonesia.

Belize Conservation Advocate Patricia Ramirez Honored for Saving the Sea

This Belize dive shop owner was honored as a Sea Hero in 2012 for her dedication to children and the ocean planet.

Celebrating the film 'Jaws'

Nearly four decades after the blockbuster thriller-cum-cult classic _Jaws _was filmed on Martha’s Vineyard, Massachusetts, a tribute to the film — and to sharks — is planned on the island, Aug.

Buddy Dive Resort Celebrates Karol Meyer Record Dive

Meyer achieved a new world record in the dive modality of Skandalopetra, reaching a depth of 68.9 meters.

Video: Stop That Octopus — He Stole My Video Camera!

Sleight-of-hand masters or eight-legged freaks? Octopuses can be both: See for yourself, then let the four select smoke-and-mirrors masters mesmerize you at these hotspots.