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 heads to Fiji and Rotuma

ByDIVE StaffApr 15, 2025
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

MCS – UK mackerel sustainability ratings drop for second year running

ByDIVE StaffApr 9, 2025
Some mackerel is no longer recommended for businesses as fishing pressure drops the species' sustainability rating for the second year running
the overflow pipe of a wastewater treatment plant flowing into the sea

Survey finds most people unaware of ‘forever chemicals’

ByDIVE StaffMar 29, 2025
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

Easter ideas from the Marine Conservation Society

ByDIVE StaffMar 28, 2025
Looking forward to the Easter holidays? The Marine Conservation Society has some suggestions for combining family fun with citizen science
female green sea turtles coming out of the water on a beach in Hawaii

‘Cautious optimism’ as turtle populations rebound

ByDIVE StaffMar 26, 2025
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

Plastic litter increases by nearly 10 per cent on UK beaches

ByDIVE StaffMar 19, 2025
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’s well at Wakatobi, says resident marine biologist Julia Mellers

ByDIVE StaffMar 12, 2025
All is well at Wakatobi: A conversation with Wakatobi's resident marine biologist, Julia Mellers, about her reef monitoring programme
sperm whale stranded on beach in skye with ropes around its head

Entangled Skye sperm whale sadly dies

ByDIVE StaffMar 5, 2025
A sperm whale disentangled by BDMLR volunteers tragically passes away a few days later, probably due to malnourishment
A male European lobster with its fighting claw to the fore

The National Lobster Hatchery – giving lobsters a helping hand

ByDIVE ContributorsMar 4, 2025
Lewis Jeffries visits the UK's National Lobster Hatchery in Padstow as it continues to develop its successful stock-enhancement programme.
three teenage girls diving over the coral reef at Atlantis Dumaguete

The Young Dive Ambassadors of Atlantis Dumaguete

ByJenny StockFeb 24, 2025
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

Study: turning dive sites into MPAs would both protect and provide

ByDIVE StaffFeb 19, 2025
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

Dr Sylvia Earle announced as first PADI Emeritus AmbassaDiver

ByDIVE StaffFeb 18, 2025
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

Inspiring Hope – an interview with Cristina ‘Mitty’ Mittermeier

ByDIVE ContributorsFeb 6, 2025
Graeme Green talks to Cristina 'Mitty' Mittermeier about close calls with ocean giants, her new book, and her favourite scuba diving locations
a humpback whale at the surface entangled in ropes

British Divers Marine Life Rescue volunteers free entangled Skye whale

ByDIVE StaffFeb 5, 2025
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 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

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

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

China overtakes US for captive orca numbers – report

ByDIVE StaffDec 27, 2024
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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