Jill Studholme
A scuba diver for over 40 years with a degree in biology, Jill Studholme has an special interest in marine biology, coral reef conservation and the underwater environment. She edits SCUBA News (ISSN 1476-8011), the monthly newsletter with articles on diving and marine science. She tweets as @SCUBANews.
Diving in the British Isles
The UK has some fabulous diving in her seas, not least on the hundreds of wrecks. There is also beautiful marine life...
Protecting wildlife helps mitigate climate change
Conserving wildlife across the world could significantly enhance natural carbon capture and storage, a new study has found.
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Meet the Tompot Blenny – Fascinating facts on this quirky fish
A large mouth, eyes set high on the head and its tufted tentacles above each eye give the Tompot Blenny (Parablennius gattorugine) a comical appearance. A much smaller fringed tentacle is positioned on the nostril beneath each eye.
Sunken warships exceptionally good for coral reefs, Thistlegorm study finds
Thanks to the steel structure of the SS Thistlegorm, which has been voted one of the best dives in the world, coral...
The extraordinary Bull Shark is as happy in freshwater as it is the sea
One of the extraordinary things about bull sharks is that they are as happy in freshwater as they are in the sea....
Heart-rending mother and baby octopuses photo, taken shortly before mother’s death, wins best in...
The Underwater Photography Guide today released the results of the world's largest underwater photo contest. The lifting of travel restrictions led to...
The Wonderful World of Christmas Tree Worms
Colourful Christmas tree worms are captivating during any dive, adding a touch of festive magic to coral reefs around the world. A wonderful miniature water woodland.
Why a Boring Sponge is definitely not boring
When it's the excavating, recycling, beautiful Red Boring Sponge.
Red Boring Sponges on coral reef. Stephan Kerkhofs/Depositphotos
Where are all the manta rays?
In a rare piece of good news in the marine world, scientists have found two diving areas where manta rays are thriving....
What’s the difference between a nudibranch and a sea slug?
Gorgeous new book explains all - a must for all nudibranch lovers