Neptune’s Army of Rubbish Cleaners (NARC) helps keep oceans clean. They dive to collect lost fishing gear like pots and ropes. This protects wildlife and maintains fishing habitats. They partner with local fishermen to recover lost gear. Miranda Krestovnikoff supports NARC and dives with her son.
The Spinner Shark, or Carcharhinus brevipinna, is known for its impressive aerial maneuvers while feeding. These active sharks often swim in schools and exhibit unique feeding behavior by quickly swimming upward through schools of fish while spinning and snapping. They are found in coastal areas and migrate seasonally for feeding and mating. Unfortunately, they are…
Samantha Howlett discusses her new job analyzing Environmental DNA and her experiences diving in Fuvahmulah, Maldives. She highlights the beauty of the local underwater ecosystem and shares stories about connecting with the Maldivian people. Her diving experiences there showcase the amazing marine life and the importance of conservation. This podcast episode features her insights on…
Samantha Howlett completed her PhD and now analyzes Environmental DNA. She shares her experiences diving in Fuvahmulah, Maldives. Samantha emphasizes the friendly local Maldivian culture. She finds the diving there to be truly amazing.
May’s news highlights important topics about shark and ray conservation. Recently, the white skate’s rare eggs were found in the UK, giving hope for this endangered species’ recovery. A new eagle ray species was discovered in Abu Dhabi, adding to marine biodiversity. Additionally, a study revealed that whale shark populations might be declining due to…
Shark bites are very rare events. Out of over 500 shark species, only a few may harm humans. Identifying the specific shark responsible for a bite is often challenging. As more people enjoy marine activities near shorelines, the chances of encountering sharks increase, but understanding their behavior can help. Awareness of marine environments is essential…
The Aquarium of the Bay is offering a special diving course for certified scuba divers interested in ocean conservation. The course combines online academic learning and in-water training sessions scheduled in August and September 2022. Participants will receive certifications as both Underwater Naturalists and in Kelp Restoration. This initiative allows divers to actively contribute to…
Ocean Aero has introduced its Triton vehicle, which is designed for underwater and surface use. This autonomous vehicle can collect valuable ocean data. The team interviews key leaders from Ocean Aero to learn more about its capabilities. Triton represents a significant advancement in technology for exploring and monitoring the ocean.
Jessica Mitchell is a technical diver and underwater filmmaker from Cornwall, UK. She loves the ocean and has traveled globally for her diving and filmmaking career. The ocean also plays a significant role in her mental health, and she aims to inspire people to protect it. By promoting sustainable lifestyles, she hopes to highlight the…
Jessica Mitchell is a passionate technical diver and underwater filmmaker from Cornwall, UK. She loves the sea and has turned her passion for diving and photography into a career. Diving all over the world has shown her how beautiful the ocean is. Jessica emphasizes the importance of ocean conservation and wants to inspire others to…