A lack of regulations makes it shockingly easy for manta and devil rays to fall prey to the demands of a global trade market. Here's what's being done to put a stop to it.

Regenerative diving goes beyond sustainability by actively restoring ocean ecosystems. Initiatives such as coral restoration and marine animal identification enable divers to contribute to conservation efforts, fostering meaningful connections while protecting and revitalizing marine environments worldwide.

Divers often talk about the healing properties of the ocean. Here's how to help return the favor by helping improve the ocean's health.

Seemingly small changes can often yield significant results. See how this Zanzibari resort is making moves to improve the local reef system.

A dead manta washed ashore in South Florida, allowing researchers to confirm a new species. Named the Atlantic manta ray, it shares traits with other mantas, and its discovery is crucial for conservation efforts and protecting coastal habitats.

Since 2007, Servicemembers Undertaking Disabled Sports (SUDS) has helped hundreds of disabled veterans transition from brand-new divers to certified instructors.

In Timor-Leste sea turtles are not only endangered by natural enemies, but to the greater extend by humans. ‘Lenuk Tasi’, a local group of motivated students, is acting against this.

Three years after being named Sea Hero of the Year, Shalise Leesfield shows off her Living Seawalls, built using the $5,000 prize money.

In the latest "Organizations Divers Should Know," David Shiffman, Ph.D. explores Project Seahorse, a collaboration of researchers and conservationists working to study and protect threatened seahorses, sea dragons and pipefish.