A new book titled “Ultimate Dive Sites” by underwater photographer Todd Thimios is set to release soon. This book showcases some of the best dive locations globally, appealing to both professional and recreational divers. It features various destinations, from Antarctic waters with orcas to Raja Ampat, where manta rays glide. Thimios, a submersible pilot, shares…
The ocean’s twilight zone is a mysterious area that lies between 200 to 500 feet underwater. This region is not easily reached by recreational scuba divers and requires special training and equipment. The twilight zone houses unique skeletal coral structures and a diverse range of marine life, which continue to be discovered. Exploring this zone…
The Royal Navy plans to reach out to British Sub-Aqua Club (BSAC) branches to help recruit new divers. The effort is aimed at increasing dive participation and raising awareness of the sport. By collaborating with local clubs, the Royal Navy hopes to tap into the existing community of divers. This initiative reflects the growing interest…
The Poole hyperbaric chamber is set to close, which is concerning for scuba divers in the area. This facility is essential for treating decompression sickness, a risk for divers. Without it, divers might face longer travel times to receive necessary medical attention. This closure could affect divers’ safety and their willingness to dive locally.
A video captures a large 14-foot white shark struggling in shallow water near Baja California. The person filming, Dale Pearson, maintained a safe distance while recording, as the shark was believed to be hunting for stingrays. Despite its injuries from a propeller, experts suggest that the shark’s condition is not life-threatening. The incident highlights the…
Cross-lighting is an underwater photography technique that enhances textures and contrasts in your subject by placing your strobes across from each other, with the subject in-between. This method is great for capturing details in static subjects, like sponges and fish, as it helps eliminate distractions from the background. Long strobe arms are important for positioning…
Lionfish are a major problem in the Caribbean due to their rapid breeding and lack of natural predators. To address this, divers and fishermen have been culling lionfish, which is not harmful on its own. However, when culled lionfish are fed to other fish, it changes their behaviors and can put divers at risk. Fish…
This episode features Greg The Divemaster discussing lionfish with a knowledgeable guest known for tackling this invasive species. They also connect with the Aqua Gypsy and The Scuba Cowboy to share exciting updates and experiences. It’s a great way to learn more about lionfish and what divers are doing to manage their population.
This hour features discussions with DiveGod Neal Watson, Pete from ScubaBoard, and Jerry Beaty. They share insights about scuba diving and experiences in the diving community. Listeners can learn from these experts about tips and updates in the diving world. The conversation aims to engage and inform new divers about scuba diving adventures.
Protecting our oceans is crucial for several reasons. First, they host an incredible range of biodiversity, housing around 2.2 million species that need preservation against threats like climate change and overfishing. Second, oceans are essential for food security and provide livelihoods for many people, but overfishing risks depleting fish populations. Healthy oceans also contribute to…