A lone humpback whale has been spotted regularly visiting a salmon hatchery, cleverly using it as a food source. This whale, demonstrating impressive intelligence, effectively treats the hatchery as a fast-food restaurant for its $13 million snack. She visits the hatchery every April without harming anyone, including the cameraman recording her. This behavior showcases not…
The STAHLSAC 34Lt Travel Dive Bag is designed for divers who travel. It is durable and spacious enough to hold diving gear. The bag features multiple compartments and a waterproof construction, keeping equipment secure and dry. Its lightweight design makes it easy to carry on trips, making it a great option for scuba diving adventures.
The Insta360 X4 is a powerful 360° action camera that captures stunning 8K footage, making it ideal for underwater filming. Its dual lenses allow for full spherical views, giving users the ability to choose angles later when editing. The camera can dive up to 50 meters when used with the Invisible Dive Case, which helps…
Collective nouns for sea creatures are fun and interesting. They help describe groups of animals in creative ways. For example, a group of dolphins can be called a “pod,” while a school refers to a group of fish. Other unique terms include “crash” for rhinos and “murder” for crows, showing the diversity in naming conventions…
Cognitive biases can affect our decision-making in scuba diving and related incidents. When accidents happen, we might believe outcomes were obvious because of hindsight bias. Similarly, severity bias makes us judge situations more harshly based on the outcome’s severity. Lastly, confirmation bias leads us to look for single causes for incidents instead of understanding the…
Treasure diving for Spanish Galleons offers a unique opportunity for scuba divers. Participants can join a workshop led by experienced divers in the Florida Keys. This program teaches divers how to find and recover sunken treasure from wrecks of the 1733 fleet. The workshop includes practical training and will involve diving at actual wreck sites….
Stream2Sea has launched an innovative Coral Care product, which is a sunscreen that both protects your skin and nourishes coral reefs. This product is the first of its kind, aiming to help divers and ocean enthusiasts in their efforts to conserve marine life. On January 30, 2025, the company’s CEO, Autumn Blum, will host a…
Anthony’s Key Resort in Roatan is having a special 72-hour flash sale. During this sale, guests can save $250 per person on a 7-night vacation package. This resort is known as one of the top dive spots on the island. The promotion is a great opportunity for divers looking for an affordable getaway.
Buddy Dive Bonaire has announced its 2025 Instructor Development Courses (IDCs) designed for new instructors. They offer all-inclusive packages that provide accommodation, meals, and all necessary training for those looking to become PADI instructors. With over ten years of experience offering these courses, Buddy Dive continues to be a leading training center in the Caribbean…
In 2024, Ocean Wise collaborated with EarthEcho International for the GenSea Shoreline Cleanup Challenge. This initiative granted funds to 20 young leaders in the U.S. to organize local cleanup events, resulting in the removal of 258 kilograms of litter, mostly plastic pieces. Youth participants reported feeling empowered and inspired to tackle plastic pollution in their…