Handling vertical currents while diving can be tricky, but it’s important to know how to manage them. These currents can either push you down or pull you up and often occur near walls or ocean pinnacles. To navigate safely, swim away at a 45-degree angle from the current and adjust your buoyancy accordingly. Watching a…
This month’s Chasing Clouds series features the beautiful Caribbean island of Sint Eustatius, also known as Statia. Located near St. Kitts and St. Martin, Statia offers stunning views, making it a great spot for scuba diving and marine exploration. The article encourages readers to share their own cloud photos, whether taken from land or sea,…
Regular practice improves your scuba diving skills significantly. Diving frequently helps you gain comfort and intuition in the water, making your dives more enjoyable. Different diving environments teach you to adapt to varying conditions, while practicing skills repeatedly helps you build muscle memory. Asking questions and applying advice from divemasters during and after dives boosts…
Cuttlefish have recently shown surprising intelligence by passing a test designed for children. This “Marshmallow test” involved choosing between an immediately available meal and a more desirable one that required waiting. The cuttlefish displayed self-control and were able to wait for the better meal. This ability indicates a level of intelligence similar to some social…
The ADEX Voice of the Ocean 2025 Photo, Video, and Art Competition has been launched by Underwater360. This competition is part of the ADEX Ocean Festival in Singapore, which runs from April 4 to 6, 2025. The festival will focus on cephalopods and marine life behavior, featuring five submission categories: Animal Behavior, Cephalopods, Waterscapes, Artwork,…
Mary Tetley and Sophie Rennie send a New Year message focused on ocean conservation and diving. They encourage divers to explore new sites and deepen their connection with underwater environments. Their hope is to inspire more people to appreciate and protect marine life in the coming year. The message highlights the joys of diving and…
In the Sea of Cortez, multiple fishermen have washed ashore with unusual wounds. Local authorities were puzzled, as these injuries did not resemble typical shark attacks. Jeremy Wade, known for his freshwater expertise, ventured into the deep sea to uncover the truth. He discovered that the Humboldt squid, also called the Kraken, was responsible for…
In 2024, important strides were made to protect the oceans and marine habitats. Significant victories included legislation in Chile for kelp management, the creation of new marine protected areas in Mexico and Canada, and the European Union’s new biodiversity law. Efforts to reduce plastic pollution gained momentum, with the U.S. committing to phase out single-use…
The Chumash Heritage National Marine Sanctuary is a significant area for ocean conservation. It is the first marine sanctuary nominated and co-managed by Indigenous people in the U.S. This sanctuary highlights the connection between the Chumash tribe and their ocean environment. It serves as an inspiration for many as we move into the future of…
Teaching only perfect students can limit a scuba instructor’s growth. Instructors truly improve by embracing diverse students with unique needs and challenges. This experience sharpens essential skills like adaptability, patience, problem-solving, and communication. By facing these challenges, instructors not only help students succeed but also develop compassion and understanding. The key to becoming a great…