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Scuba News
March 20, 2024 by HAL
A sunken tropical island the size of Iceland has been found off the coast of Brazil, submerged 600m underwater. Samples of red clay, similar to Brazil’s soil, revealed the island’s lush vegetation history. The island formed from volcanic activity around 40 million years ago before sinking. The Brazilian government seeks to expand its maritime borders […]
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The Marine Conservation Society’s report highlights the need to reduce plastic pollution on beaches, with a focus on cutting down single-use plastic items and promoting refillable alternatives. The report reveals that public sources contribute to half of the litter found on UK beaches, with plastic bottles being the most common items. Positive trends show reductions […]
March 19, 2024 / March 19, 2024 by HAL
The Great Barrier Reef is experiencing its fifth mass bleaching event since 2016, affecting two-thirds of the individual reefs. Coral bleaching is a response to increased water temperatures, causing the coral to eject algae and turn white. The fate of the corals depends on recovery from normal water temperatures. Scientists are studying resilient coral species […]
March 18, 2024 by HAL
When buying your first BCD, consider the options: jackets, wings, hybrids, and sidemount. Jackets are common, backplate/wings are more technical, hybrids offer a mix, and sidemount is lower profile. Fit, comfort, and familiarity matter when choosing. Jacket-style is most recommended for beginners, with other styles requiring more experience and training. Read the article
March 17, 2024 by HAL
Sea Apple, a type of sea cucumber, defends itself by being toxic and expanding in size to float away when attacked. It can expel toxic substances and sticky strands as a last resort. Sea Apples feed using tentacles and absorb oxygen through their hindgut. They are sometimes eaten as delicacies and used in fishing. Read […]
March 16, 2024 by HAL
A new sea slug species, Pleurobranchaea britannica, was discovered off southwest England and Spain, expanding the known sea slug species to over 2001. This shell-less mollusc, a side-gill sea slug, measures 2-5 cm and was initially misidentified. The finding marks the first Pleurobranchaea species in UK waters. Read the article
March 15, 2024 by HAL
In DIVE’s Big Shot Cephalopods competition, Catherine Holmes won with a photo of squid in Barbados. Other commendable entries included octopus, cuttlefish, and nautilus snapshots. The upcoming competition theme is Caves, Caverns, and Overhangs. Read the article
March 14, 2024 by HAL
A recent study conducted in Seychelles revealed that D’Arros Island and St. François Atoll are crucial for reef mantas, with 236 individuals identified between 2006 and 2018. The study used photo-identification and remote cameras to track the mantas’ behaviors, showing courtship displays and ‘crepuscular’ feeding habits. The research aims to understand their population and behaviors […]
Welcome to the oceans true or false quiz! Score 75% to unlock a subscription discount. Read the article
March 13, 2024 by HAL
Saint Lucia offers a stunning scuba diving paradise with diverse marine life and underwater landscapes, including shipwrecks and drift dives. Divers can explore 22 world-class dive sites, encounter sea turtles, coral reefs, and other marine species. Snorkeling and SNUBA programs are also available for non-divers. On land, visitors can enjoy ziplining, jungle biking, mud baths, […]
PADI and GoPro collaborate to create a new specialty certification for divers on using GoPro cameras underwater. The course covers responsible camera use, storytelling skills, video editing, and promoting ocean conservation. Read the article
March 12, 2024 by HAL
Montenegro’s Laboratory of Maritime Archaeology, leading the Wrecks4All project, aims to showcase and preserve shipwrecks in the Southern Adriatic. The project digitizes wrecks for accessibility, like the French destroyer Dague sunk in WWI. The team uses advanced technology and plans to expand the project to new territories, involving conferences, courses, and more wrecks in Montenegro, […]
Test your knowledge with a Jellyfish Quiz to earn a subscription discount. Read the article
March 11, 2024 by HAL
Scientists in New Zealand discovered around 100 new ocean species during an expedition to the Bounty Trough. The expedition, part of the Ocean Census project, collected samples from depths of up to 4,800 meters. The team found new species of fish, molluscs, corals, and more. The specimens will be studied to confirm the new discoveries. […]
March 9, 2024 by HAL
Scubapro offers a free K2 Extreme undersuit with select drysuit purchases until May 31, 2024 at participating retailers. The Evertech Dry Breathable trilaminate drysuit features breathable fabric, waterproof seams, and a lightweight design. The Definition Dry trilaminate drysuit is durable, lightweight, and includes design features for comfort. Read the article
March 8, 2024 by HAL
The text discusses the positive impact of eco-conscious tour operators on grey reef shark populations in the Maldives, the relationship between ancient Maya peoples and bull sharks in Mexico, responsible shark diving in Fiji, an underwater spectacle of spider crabs in the UK, cephalopod photography winners, and the dangers of nitrogen narcosis in diving. Read […]
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