Komodo Island, home to the famous Komodo dragon, is also known for its stunning coral reefs and diverse marine life. Scuba divers are drawn to the rich underwater ecosystem of Komodo National Park, which features vibrant soft corals and abundant fish species. The area experiences strong currents, making drift diving popular. A liveaboard trip, like…
The Hammerhead Triangle, located in the eastern Pacific Ocean, includes the Galapagos Islands, Cocos Island, and Malpelo Island. These areas are renowned for their large populations of hammerhead sharks and rich marine life. Diving in this region is best suited for experienced divers due to challenging conditions like strong currents. Each island has specific peak…
The wreck of an Australian WWII bomber, Baltimore FW282, was recently discovered off Antikythera, Greece, 82 years after it was shot down. The aircraft went down during a mission over the Aegean Sea, and three crew members were lost. Greek tech divers located the wreck at a depth of 61 meters and confirmed its identity….
The white patches found on whales are called callosities, not barnacles. These callosities are covered in thousands of lice that eat the whale’s dead skin. While they may sound harmful, most parasites like these are not dangerous to the whales. These patches help scientists identify individual whales and are important for research. You can learn…
An experienced CCR diver faced a dangerous situation when they became light-headed due to low oxygen levels. They realized their rebreather was off and recorded a dangerously low pO2 of 0.09. This incident highlights the importance of focusing on the conditions that led to the hypoxia rather than blaming the diver for not following checks….
This week, Greg The Divemaster talks about the legend of the Easter Eel. He questions whether we need an Amber Alert system for shark attacks. The discussion highlights ocean safety and awareness, which is important for divers and beachgoers alike. Understanding these topics can help prepare divers for potential dangers in the water.
The crew talks about how potential tariffs may impact the price of scuba diving gear. They also mention a contest where listeners can win a new stealth regulator from NexDive.com. This could be exciting for divers looking to upgrade their equipment.
A huge Great White shark named Deep Blue was filmed off the coast of Guadalupe Island. This shark is over 20 feet long and is believed to be around 50 years old. The video shows divers near Deep Blue, highlighting the shark’s massive size and the divers’ bravery as they step out of the cage…
The TIDES Marine Science Camp in Key Largo, Florida, is now accepting applications for its 2025 program. There are five one-week sessions available from July 6 to August 9, 2025, with each capped at 16 participants. The camp offers daily dive instruction, off-site field trips, and opportunities for participants to earn Open Water Scuba Diver…
The FeBrina 2025 is a liveaboard dive trip to Papua New Guinea, focusing on incredible reefs and marine life. Led by underwater photographer Christopher Bartlett, divers will explore Kimbe Bay, Witu Islands, and Fathers Reefs. Participants can experience diverse dive environments, including coral gardens, WWII wrecks, and the chance to see rare species like Coleman’s…