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Few divers know about Mexico’s sardine run yet it rivals its equivalent in South Africa and is an impressive display of nature’s raw power. Accessible to divers and non-divers alike, all you need is a sense of...
A rare and fascinating portrait of a Crab-Eating Macaque resolutely swimming through the ocean, captured by Suliman Alatiqi, tops this year’s Ocean Art underwater photography contest. The photo is a result of weeks of planning and documentation,...
Scuba Schools International (SSI) has launched a new Facebook group, Underwater Explorers Worldwide. This new community is designed to bring together divers from around the world to share their knowledge and passion for underwater adventures.
Shore dives are often under-rated. There are many stunning shore dives, indeed, two have been voted in the top ten dives of any in the world. The best shore dives list according to our readers is below.
Top 10 dives in Scandinavia from orcas to wrecks and whirlpools
1. They can live to over 40 years old Christmas Tree worms are long-lived, although pollution and climate change might reduce their lifespan. Christmas tree worm. John A. Anderson/DepositPhotos
The ocean has warmed by about 1 degree C, increased in salinity and decreased in oxygen. Furthermore, acidity has increased by over 30%.
Imagine this: a channel so narrow and shallow that a single tide can unleash an astonishing 200 billion gallons of water, creating a tumultuous display of standing waves, whirlpools, and currents surging at 16 knots (18 mph or 30 kph).
It's never been easy for people with disabilities to learn to dive. But the tide is turning, and there's a splash of good news: the UK boasts three dive resorts certified to offer adaptive services. But hey,...
Lighting in Murky Depths As one dives deeper into the underwater world, visibility can become a key challenge. The availability of natural light diminishes and managing artificial lighting becomes critical. The right strobes and...