Disney+ is launching Season 2 of “Shipwreck Hunters Australia.” This season features a team searching for shipwrecks off Western Australia, where many wrecks lie. The show’s adventures include exploring underwater wildlife and landscapes. The crew hopes to uncover new discoveries and stories about shipwrecks. Season 2 will premiere on August 27, 2025, showcasing exciting underwater…
DEMA has announced candidates for the 2026-2028 Board of Directors. This group includes experts from various diving industry areas. Members can also submit write-in candidates until September 8, 2025. Voting will occur from November 11, 2025, to January 26, 2026. Being a member ensures the right to vote and run for the board.
Max Nohl was a pioneering diver who sank to 420 feet in 1937. He faced challenges like drowning as a child but dived again. His memoir shares adventures and innovations in diving equipment. Nohl developed a rebreather, which helps divers breathe recycled air underwater. His work influenced modern diving practices and equipment.
The Napoleon Fish, or humphead wrasse, is a large, beautiful reef fish. It can grow over six feet long and has a unique shape. This fish is known for being intelligent and curious. Divers often see it gliding gracefully past them. Encounters with Napoleon Fish are unforgettable experiences while scuba diving.
Blue sea dragons, also known as nudibranchs, are incredible ocean creatures. They eat poisonous animals larger than themselves and can store their prey’s stinging cells for protection. These tiny slugs float upside down on the ocean surface, using air bubbles to stay afloat. Blue sea dragons also use camouflage to hide from predators in the…
Night diving in Curaçao reveals a magical underwater world. Divers can see unique marine life that appears after dark. The coral reefs glow with vibrant colors as corals feed at night. Various dive sites offer safe and accessible options for night dives. Special experiences include bioluminescence and coral spawning events.
Project SIARC GEH offers an online tour of marine life. This project helps learn about sharks and their habitats. It aims to educate people on shark conservation. Scuba divers can explore this virtual experience. You can also join activities like eggcase hunting.
Coral cover on the Great Barrier Reef has sharply declined. The decline was caused by heat stress, cyclones, and starfish outbreaks. Hard coral cover in the Northern and Central GBR is still above average. However, the Southern GBR has dropped below its long-term average. Mass bleaching events are becoming more frequent due to climate change.
Kaddi Pajaro shares how scuba diving helped her recover from breast cancer. After her diagnosis, she battled fear and fatigue but found strength in her passion for diving. With support from her diving community, she safely returned to the water, finding joy and calm underwater. Diving became a source of energy and purpose, allowing her…
The Prism 2 rebreather training helps divers dive longer and quieter. You don’t need to be a tech diver to start this training. Many new divers can begin their journey after earning an Advanced Open Water certificate. The Bloomer Diving Center provides mentorship and hands-on learning opportunities. Rebreather training is flexible and grows with divers,…