Marine Conservation
Marine conservation is one of the most important topics of conversation for scuba divers. After all, if we don't protect our oceans, there's no point diving...
National Geographic Pristine Seas heads to Fiji and Rotuma
National Geographic Pristine Seas launches an expedition to study and film the waters of Fiji and Rotuma to support ocean protection efforts
MCS – UK mackerel sustainability ratings drop for second year running
Some mackerel is no longer recommended for businesses as fishing pressure drops the species' sustainability rating for the second year running
Survey finds most people unaware of ‘forever chemicals’
A recent survey commissioned by MCS finds that the majority of UK citizens are unaware of forever chemicals and the dangers they pose
Easter ideas from the Marine Conservation Society
Looking forward to the Easter holidays? The Marine Conservation Society has some suggestions for combining family fun with citizen science
‘Cautious optimism’ as turtle populations rebound
A new study finds that sea turtle populations around the world are on the rise, largely thanks to global campaigns for their protection
Plastic litter increases by nearly 10 per cent on UK beaches
The Marine Conservation Society's latest State of Our Beaches report has found plastic is on the rise on UK beaches
All’s well at Wakatobi, says resident marine biologist Julia Mellers
All is well at Wakatobi: A conversation with Wakatobi's resident marine biologist, Julia Mellers, about her reef monitoring programme
Entangled Skye sperm whale sadly dies
A sperm whale disentangled by BDMLR volunteers tragically passes away a few days later, probably due to malnourishment
The National Lobster Hatchery – giving lobsters a helping hand
Lewis Jeffries visits the UK's National Lobster Hatchery in Padstow as it continues to develop its successful stock-enhancement programme.
The Young Dive Ambassadors of Atlantis Dumaguete
Jenny Stock rediscovers the joy of diving thanks to the Young Dive Ambassadors programme at Atlantis Resort, Dumaguete
Study: turning dive sites into MPAs would both protect and provide
A new study says fully protecting dive sites would help restore marine life and generate revenue for local communities and the dive tourism
Dr Sylvia Earle announced as first PADI Emeritus AmbassaDiver
PADI has announced legendary diver, marine biologist, oceanographer and explorer Dr Syliva Earle as its first 'Emeritus AmbassaDiver'.
Inspiring Hope – an interview with Cristina ‘Mitty’ Mittermeier
Graeme Green talks to Cristina 'Mitty' Mittermeier about close calls with ocean giants, her new book, and her favourite scuba diving locations
British Divers Marine Life Rescue volunteers free entangled Skye whale
British Divers Marine Life Rescue volunteers freed a humpback whale that had become entangled off the coast of the Scottish island of Skye.
Pitcairn’s Ducie Atoll and Henderson Island recognised as Important Shark and Ray Areas
Pitcairn's Henderson Island and Ducie Atoll named Important Shark and Ray Areas by the IUCN - critical sites for shark conservation.
Manta Trust launches ‘Volunteer Time Off’ expeditions for businesses
The Manta Trust has launched a new initiative aimed at getting businesses involved in manta ray conservation through volunteering expeditions
Ross Merrin on training as a BDMLR Marine Mammal Medic
Musician, author and now a British Divers Marine Life Rescue volunteer, Ross Merrin talks to DIVE about training as a Marine Mammal Medic
China overtakes US for captive orca numbers – report
A new report reveals China holds the most captive orcas, bottlenose dolphins and beluga whales in the world - and is on the lookout for more
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