Plastics are polluting our oceans in many ways. Ben Lecomte swam 1,753 miles across the Pacific to raise awareness of this issue. He was joined by the Vortex Swim team as they arrived in San Francisco. Another interview featured Mary Crowley, whose group removed 40 tons of lost fishing gear and plans to collect 400 more tons next year. These efforts highlight the urgent need to tackle plastic waste in our oceans.
Caribbean Reef Squid are back in the waters near Divetech after a five-month absence. These fascinating squids display remarkable color changes for camouflage and communication, using different colors to signal danger or readiness to mate. They are skilled hunters that primarily feed on shrimp and small fish, often using clever tactics to catch their prey….
Underwater equalization is crucial for divers to manage pressure changes in their airspaces. It involves moving gas from areas of high pressure to low pressure, particularly in the ears. Techniques like the Valsalva and Frenzel maneuvers help equalize pressure effectively. Passive equalization may occur without any effort, but active methods often require the diver to…
The Nippon Foundation-Nekton Ocean Census has announced the discovery of 866 new marine species. This initiative aims to identify 100,000 new species by 2030, which is a significant effort given that only about 10 percent of marine life is known. The discoveries include sharks, sea butterflies, and corals, highlighting the importance of international collaboration in…
European aquariums, led by the European Union of Aquariums Curators, are joining forces with the Shark Trust. Their goal is to take strong action for the Oceanic Whitetip Shark, an important species threatened by various factors. This collaboration highlights the urgent need to protect sharks in our oceans. Efforts like this are crucial for the…
A 54-year-old German woman died while scuba diving in Dwejra, Gozo. Witnesses saw her floating and called for help. Emergency teams attempted to resuscitate her, but it failed. The incident took place near the popular dive site, the Blue Hole. An investigation is ongoing into the cause of her death.
A team of 28 cave divers and scientists will explore the Pulau Muna cave system in Indonesia starting on October 13th. This expedition, named “Expedition Buteng,” aims to map the freshwater aquifer and dry cave passages. They will work with scholars from Universitas Gadjah Mada to gather data on the cave’s environment. The team also…