The Virginia Institute of Marine Science shark survey is the world’s longest-running fishery-independent shark population survey. Here’s what they’ve learned in 50 years.

After a storied three-plus-decade career in the U.S. Navy, where he became the first Black Navy diver to complete the Navy's Deep Sea Salvage program, among other accolades, this month's sea hero now devotes his time to educating the next generation of divers.

It took a lot of maneuvering to adapt Green Fins' eco-conscious initiatives for liveaboards, but thanks to a collaboration with Explorer Ventures, the program stands to change the future of dive travel.

Increased great white shark sightings in Florida highlight conservation success, with juvenile sharks thriving thanks to protections and research efforts.

It turns out saving the planet isn't just good for the environment—it can be good for your bank account too. Here's why it can be fruitful to protect dive sites around the world

Once on the verge of extinction due to decades of rampant exploitation, the black sea turtle is making a comeback. Here's how these turtles came back from the brink.

There's a lot of misinformation floating around about coral bleaching and the Great Barrier Reef. This month's Sea Hero dedicates her work to sharing the truth—and inspiring people to help.

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

Since 2000, the National Lobster Hatchery in Padstow, Cornwall, has championed the European lobster by crafting creative ways to collaborate with locals to implement conservation efforts.