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The Sustainable Seafood Organization Divers Should Know About
Learn about Seafood Watch, which helps simplify the complex world of sustainable fisheries management to save fish and their habitats.
What You Need to Know About Swimming With Orcas in Mexico
Experts warn that unregulated swimming with orcas, or killer whales, in Baja California Sur is disturbing the animals. Now, a new management plan aims to limit interactions and protect both people and orcas.
Largest-Ever Coral Colony Recorded on Great Barrier Reef
A mother-daughter team of citizen scientists have discovered a coral colony roughly the size of a football field. It’s the largest colony ever recorded.
The Red Sea Diving Resort Redefining Sustainability
With origins as a nomadic desert camp where desert meets sea, Red Sea Diving Safari now operates three permanent locations delivering world-class diving in Egypt. Sustainability meets decadence at this Red Sea resort near Marsa Alam, where guests can join conservation efforts firsthand—including turtle photo ID research.
The High Seas Treaty Is in Force: What It Means for Divers
The landmark international agreement seeks to halt biodiversity loss and marine degradation for over half the planet. Here's what it means for divers, oceans and economies.
Industry Icon Georgienne Bradley Wants to Help You Save the Oceans
Georgienne Bradley is a diver, photographer, the director of Sea Save Foundation—a nonprofit that encourages divers and others to make a difference in marine conservation. Learn how this organization is making waves in ocean policy and how you can get involved.
Protecting Bali's Lush Reefs
Bali is known for its stunning seascapes, both above and below the surface. One remote dive center is on a mission to make sure it stays that way.
Two Iconic Coral Species Now Functionally Extinct in Florida
After record-breaking heat waves, disease and water quality issues, two species of coral are now functionally extinct in Florida waters.
Why Endangered Marine Species Are Worth More Alive
With new protections achieved for sharks and rays at the most recent CITES meeting, we explore the economic case for protecting diving's most iconic species.