Having only learned to swim after being admitted to a marine science program, our June Sea Hero has since dedicated his life to coral reefs and their preservation.
Conservation
On April 5, 2024, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission and Mote Marine Laboratory and Aquarium responded to rescue a distressed smalltooth sawfish after someone called the sawfish
Spearing lionfish and feeding them to non-native predators has long been touted as a conservation-friendly solution to the invasive lionfish problem, but it can have serious consequences for divers
Recent Articles
Underwater observations of bottlenose dolphins show pods of dolphins rub themselves on specific coral species, which may prevent or treat an infection.
More than 20 types of reef-building hard corals are affected by stony coral tissue loss disease.
Dwinding food supplies, ship strikes and fishing gear entanglement are all contributing to an Unusual Mortality Event among grey whale populations migraging along the West Coast.
An Oregon State research team automated processing of data from underwater microphones, strengthening scientists' ability to monitor reef health.
PADI AWARE and Blancpain will provide the strategy, road maps and tools needed for government buy-in to dive centers that identify local areas in need of protection.
While dive derbies are the longstanding frontline against the invasive fish, scientists hope new tech can more effectively cull its populations.
Okaloosa County is laying the groundwork for a new diving destination with wrecks and snorkel trails off the Destin-Fort Walton coast.