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Despite being apex predators, sharks are particularly vulnerable creatures. This course helps ocean warriors to collect and report valuable information for the PADI Global Shark & Ray Census so they can better help protect them.
Each winter, pregnant bull sharks arrive in Playa del Carmen. A women-led project is documenting them one by one, revealing their personalities and turning these misunderstood sharks into a symbol of pride for the community.
Whether you’re looking to escape cold weather, beat the winter blues or just get away for a long weekend, here are our picks for the top February dive destinations.
Summer vacation isn’t just for the schoolkids. Browse our list of the five best June scuba diving destinations, and start dreaming up your midyear getaway.
Whale sharks, oceanic whitetip sharks and mantas received highest protections at the most recent CITES Conference of the Parties. Here's what that says about the future of ocean protection.
In the latest edition of “organizations divers should know,” Dr. David Shiffman introduces you to the Asian Shark and Ray Alliance. This new organization will bring together shark scientists and conservationists from across Asia—but they need your help.
PADI AWARE aims to collect 20,000 signatures from divers, instructors, operators and ocean advocates urging decision-makers to enact stronger protections for sharks and rays during CITES CoP20.
The basking shark is the second-largest fish in the ocean. Learn where you can encounter this unique shark and other fun facts!