News and articles on scuba diving, marine biology, oceanography and marine conservation. http://news.scubatravel.co.uk/ http://www.scubatravel.co.uk/ 737 people visited, 47% more than last year, while the online audience reached 53,954 viewers, an extraordinary 91% increase over 2025. https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/diving-talks-2026-breaks-records.html Thu, 12 Nov 2026 07:55:41 GMT https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/diving-talks-2026-breaks-records.html A new course has been approved by PADI as a Distinctive Specialty. Rubelis Presence Diver teaches certified divers to observe, to read their own breathing and their buddy's state, and to stay composed when small problems arise. Its aims are to reduce the footprint divers leave on reefs, seagrass and rocky habitats, and to prevent accidents. https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/new-padi-course-safer-divers.html Tue, 10 Nov 2026 11:39:46 GMT https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/new-padi-course-safer-divers.html End-of-use echosounder buoys developed for industrial tuna fishing can be repurposed as smart-buoys working as short-term autonomous platforms for marine conservation monitoring and ocean observation. https://www.nature.com/articles/s41598-026-72665-x Sat, 07 Nov 2026 07:44:52 GMT https://www.nature.com/articles/s41598-026-72665-x Octopuses have evolved a fundamentally different molecular solution to a challenge shared by all learning systems: how to turn brief experience into a long-lasting change in neural connections https://www.eurekalert.org/news-releases/1150577 Fri, 06 Nov 2026 08:39:46 GMT https://www.eurekalert.org/news-releases/1150577 Satellites show that the ocean around a gyre of plastic detritus in the Pacific is brightening and changing colour, with the most likely explanation being microplastics suspended in the water column https://www.newscientist.com/article/2597579-microplastics-may-be-changing-the-colour-of-the-pacific-ocean/ Thu, 05 Nov 2026 16:36:36 GMT https://www.newscientist.com/article/2597579-microplastics-may-be-changing-the-colour-of-the-pacific-ocean/ New rental mode lets dive schools easily configure the device to match each diver's skill level. With replaceable coloured bezels https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/garmin-descent-x10-dive-computer.html Wed, 04 Nov 2026 08:18:16 GMT https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/garmin-descent-x10-dive-computer.html A new report finds that countries around the world have committed to supporting sustainable fishing as a way to counter marine biodiversity loss, but urges them to strengthen accountability measures and do more to support small-scale fishers. https://news.mongabay.com/2026/11/governments-must-include-small-scale-fishers-in-their-plans-to-protect-the-oceans-report/ Tue, 03 Nov 2026 16:36:14 GMT https://news.mongabay.com/2026/11/governments-must-include-small-scale-fishers-in-their-plans-to-protect-the-oceans-report/ Seabirds returning from foraging trips can be thrown hundreds of miles off course by a form of jet lag that arises when their body clocks get out of sync with local time https://www.theguardian.com/science/2026/oct/29/jet-lag-throws-seabirds-off-course-nature Fri, 30 Oct 2026 09:01:00 GMT https://www.theguardian.com/science/2026/oct/29/jet-lag-throws-seabirds-off-course-nature Today, the world's 10 best wreck dives as voted for by our readers; enter the prestigious Ocean Art underwater photography contest; our creature of the month is the fascinating pulsating Xenia coral - a puzzle for over 200 years; hand-picked liveaboard deals to get you in the water for less and, as always, our run down of all the diving and marine conservation news. https://www.scubatravel.co.uk/scuba-news315.html Thu, 29 Oct 2026 07:41:52 GMT https://www.scubatravel.co.uk/scuba-news315.html From underwater speakers to growing super-corals, scientists battle to save reefs around the world. https://www.nature.com/articles/d41586-026-02965-9 Wed, 28 Oct 2026 10:58:05 GMT https://www.nature.com/articles/d41586-026-02965-9 Environmental Protection Agency flags oil spill risk from proposed gasfield and threat to pygmy blue whales https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2026/oct/27/endangered-turtles-and-exceptional-coral-at-risk-from-woodsides-gas-drilling-in-wa-watchdog-says Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:57:11 GMT https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2026/oct/27/endangered-turtles-and-exceptional-coral-at-risk-from-woodsides-gas-drilling-in-wa-watchdog-says Study finds 25 contaminants, including from cosmetic products, medicines and agricultural runoff, in coral tissues from reef sites in Hawaii. Contaminant levels were higher at sites subject to greater human influence. https://news.mongabay.com/2026/10/corals-keep-a-record-of-pollution-pointing-to-a-new-monitoring-method-study/ Mon, 26 Oct 2026 13:44:55 GMT https://news.mongabay.com/2026/10/corals-keep-a-record-of-pollution-pointing-to-a-new-monitoring-method-study/ https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s00227-026-04946-y First detailed description of seasonal juvenile scalloped hammerhead aggregations in Australia, highlighting the value of drone monitoring for identifying habitats of conservation importance and informing targeted spatial management. Sun, 25 Oct 2026 07:00:00 GMT https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s00227-026-04946-y https://www.newscientist.com/article/2595378-all-tropical-coral-reefs-could-collapse-within-50-years/ Shallow-water coral reefs are at high risk of disappearing by 2075, the IUCN has warned at a UN biodiversity conference. The loss would decimate fisheries and speed up coastal erosion Sat, 24 Oct 2026 07:00:00 GMT https://www.newscientist.com/article/2595378-all-tropical-coral-reefs-could-collapse-within-50-years/ nets fitted with bird-of-prey kites had 71% lower odds of catching guillemots and razorbills, and nets with spinning "looming-eye buoys" had 59% lower odds. https://news.mongabay.com/2026/10/googly-eyed-buoys-and-kites-help-keep-seabirds-out-of-fishing-nets-study-finds/ Fri, 23 Oct 2026 10:12:53 GMT https://news.mongabay.com/2026/10/googly-eyed-buoys-and-kites-help-keep-seabirds-out-of-fishing-nets-study-finds/ Evidence shows that healthier reefs increase diver demand, pricing potential and willingness to pay. Environmentally certified dive operators are associated with lower levels of reef damage. Studies also suggest that moderate user fees can fund conservation and site management without significantly reducing visitor numbers. https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/sustainable-tourism/articles/10.3389/frsut.2026.1990956/abstract Thu, 22 Oct 2026 06:38:27 GMT https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/sustainable-tourism/articles/10.3389/frsut.2026.1990956/abstract https://www.scubatravel.co.uk/americas/barbados-diving.html Barbados is home to the second-largest hawksbill turtle nesting population in the Caribbean. It's also great for wreck diving. Sun, 18 Oct 2026 07:00:00 GMT https://www.scubatravel.co.uk/americas/barbados-diving.html https://www.eurekalert.org/news-releases/1147117 New review calls for better science, clearer policy and precautionary protection of carbon-rich Arctic and Antarctic marine ecosystems. Fri, 16 Oct 2026 07:00:00 GMT https://www.eurekalert.org/news-releases/1147117 https://www.newswise.com/articles/something-is-happening-to-the-fishs-food Fish may be getting not only less food, but food of lower quality Fri, 16 Oct 2026 07:00:00 GMT https://www.newswise.com/articles/something-is-happening-to-the-fishs-food https://www.eurekalert.org/news-releases/1146688 The Spermonde Archipelago, home to 120 coral islands, is a coral biodiversity hotspot in Indonesia. However, reefs face increasing pressure from pollution, destructive fishing, coastal development, and other human activities. Fri, 16 Oct 2026 07:00:00 GMT https://www.eurekalert.org/news-releases/1146688 https://www.theguardian.com/global-development/2026/oct/10/tourism-expansion-v-turtle-nests-the-dispute-dividing-communities-in-one-tobago-resort Plans for a 200-room project on an unspoiled beach have pitted developers against the conservationists fighting for smaller-scale schemes to protect the island's habitat Wed, 14 Oct 2026 07:00:00 GMT https://www.theguardian.com/global-development/2026/oct/10/tourism-expansion-v-turtle-nests-the-dispute-dividing-communities-in-one-tobago-resort Three days of diving knowledge, stories, encounters and conversation. https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/diving-talks-returns-23-25-october.html Tue, 13 Oct 2026 07:42:07 GMT https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/diving-talks-returns-23-25-october.html Oil slicks from vessels and offshore oil operations repeatedly drifted into marine protected areas around the world between 2022 and 2025 https://news.mongabay.com/short-article/2026/10/oil-pollution-is-drifting-into-marine-protected-areas-report-finds/ Mon, 12 Oct 2026 14:07:26 GMT https://news.mongabay.com/short-article/2026/10/oil-pollution-is-drifting-into-marine-protected-areas-report-finds/ A landmark report reveals that the world must change the way it produces food to avoid a biodiversity collapse https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2026/oct/08/world-must-change-food-avoid-biodiversity-collapse-wwf Fri, 09 Oct 2026 14:50:00 GMT https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2026/oct/08/world-must-change-food-avoid-biodiversity-collapse-wwf Playback of sounds from healthy reefs can help spur the recovery of degraded coral reefs and their fish communities. https://www.eurekalert.org/news-releases/1146585 Thu, 08 Oct 2026 15:16:33 GMT https://www.eurekalert.org/news-releases/1146585 What's a coral cookie? It's a fragment of coral attached to a concrete substrate to be planted out in the ocean. But how well do they survive https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/survival-coral-cookies-zanzibar.html Tue, 06 Oct 2026 07:51:45 GMT https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/survival-coral-cookies-zanzibar.html Better known by divers as Truk Lagoon, nowhere else in the world can you find so many wrecks in such clear water. https://www.scubatravel.co.uk/pacific/truk-chuuk-lagoon-diving.html Tue, 29 Sep 2026 12:48:16 GMT https://www.scubatravel.co.uk/pacific/truk-chuuk-lagoon-diving.html With more than $50,000 in prizes available to underwater photographers around the world, the 15th annual Ocean Art Underwater Photo Competition is accepting entries from now until 6 December. https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/underwater-art-photography-contest-now-open.html Sun, 27 Sep 2026 15:41:26 GMT https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/underwater-art-photography-contest-now-open.html The Philippines has some of the world's most diverse scuba diving, with outstanding sites for sharks, pelagics, macro life, coral reefs and wrecks. Discover the 5 best dive sites there, according to divers' votes (not AI). https://www.scubatravel.co.uk/philippines/best-dives.html Fri, 25 Sep 2026 08:06:57 GMT https://www.scubatravel.co.uk/philippines/best-dives.html If you've ever dived with manta rays off Nusa Penida, you already know why this place is special. New research helps explain what makes a manta-ray dive trip worthwhile for visitors https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/manta-rays-marine-parks-nusa-penida-divers.html Mon, 14 Sep 2026 09:04:24 GMT https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/manta-rays-marine-parks-nusa-penida-divers.html Discover how Dardanus hermit crabs team up with sea anemones for camouflage and protection and how the anemones benefit too. https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/creature-of-the-month-hermit-crab-dardanus-species.html Tue, 08 Sep 2026 07:00:00 GMT https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/creature-of-the-month-hermit-crab-dardanus-species.html The most useful question is not, 'How do I convince my partner to dive?' It is, 'What does each of us want from this day?' https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/when-diver-travels-with-non-diver.html https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/when-diver-travels-with-non-diver.html https://www.scubatravel.co.uk/dominica/dominicadive.html Dominica dive site guide: 20+ sites from volcanic Champagne Reef to the dramatic Scotts Head drop-off - with depths, marine life, diver reviews and recommended operators. Fri, 03 Jul 2026 07:00:00 GMT https://www.scubatravel.co.uk/dominica/dominicadive.html https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/lined-soapfish.html The lined soapfish has an unusual defence against being eaten: it tastes revolting. When threatened, this small Indo-Pacific fish produces a toxic, soapy slime so bitter that any predator bold enough to swallow it immediately spits it out. Despite its modest size, the lined soapfish is a remarkably effective survivor a predator in its own right, armed with one of the ocean s more unusual chemical defences. https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/lined-soapfish.html https://scubatravel.co.uk/europe/cyprus-diving.html Cyprus diving guide: best dive Sites, wrecks and marine life. Why Cyprus is one of Europe's standout diving destinations https://scubatravel.co.uk/europe/cyprus-diving.html The dives around the island are all helpfully marked by a stone painted yellow on which the name of the dive is written. Most of the dives are on the more-sheltered west coast. https://www.scubatravel.co.uk/americas/bonaire-diving.html https://www.scubatravel.co.uk/americas/bonaire-diving.html They are active predators but provide safe harbour for some shrimps and crabs. They change colour depending how deep they are. They turn to face the sun. Plus you can eat them. More fascinating facts... https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/fascinating-facts-snakelocks-anemone.html https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/fascinating-facts-snakelocks-anemone.html Diving Talks, the international diving show, returns to Lisbon for its fifth edition. Building on its unique concept and growing global recognition, the 2026 edition is set to deliver its most comprehensive program to date. https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/diving-talks-2026-returns-lisbon.html https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/diving-talks-2026-returns-lisbon.html Governments provide roughly $35 billion a year in fisheries subsidies, much of it supporting fleets that can operate beyond what fish stocks alone would sustain. https://news.mongabay.com/2026/03/the-hidden-cost-of-fisheries-subsidies/ https://news.mongabay.com/2026/03/the-hidden-cost-of-fisheries-subsidies/ All Red Sea anthias are born gold and pink females, and all have the ability to transition into red and white striped males. They live in a harem structure with one male and many females. When the male dies, the dominant female starts the transition. This sex change can take as little as two weeks, but may take longer. All Red Sea anthias are born female, and all have the ability to transition into males. They live in a harem structure with one male and many females. When the male dies, the dominant female starts the transition. This sex change can take as little as two weeks, but may take longer. As the female transitions, she changes colour and becomes more aggressive, chasing other females. https://www.scubatravel.co.uk/marine-life/red-sea-anthias.html https://www.scubatravel.co.uk/marine-life/red-sea-anthias.html Choose your location:@ 1. Scuba diving experience in Turkiye or 2. Scuba diving on the beautiful Island of Ischia, and visit Pompei https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/scuba-diving-experience-turkiye-italy.html https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/scuba-diving-experience-turkiye-italy.html Forget the midnight dives - new research reveals that some corals, instead of the normal night spawning, are synchronising their spawning in the afternoon. https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/surprising-daytime-spawning-corals.html https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/surprising-daytime-spawning-corals.html Of all the stories we've published over the years, these were the most read. Some brand new and some old favourites. https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/top-10-diving-stories-last-year.html https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/top-10-diving-stories-last-year.html Bruce Hall's photo of giant kelp, Macrocycstis pyrifera, was my favourite in the macro category. And it was taken with film, not digitally. https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/yawning-goosefish-underwater-photography-contest.html?1 https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/yawning-goosefish-underwater-photography-contest.html?1 The 14th annual Ocean Art, the world's leading underwater photography competition, today awards Best in Show to Steven Kovacs for his image "Tired Fish". https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/yawning-goosefish-underwater-photography-contest.html https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/yawning-goosefish-underwater-photography-contest.html For year-round diving with great visibility, diverse coral reefs and regular sightings of dolphins, rays, and seasonal whale sharks. https://www.scubatravel.co.uk/pacific/mauritius-diving.html https://www.scubatravel.co.uk/pacific/mauritius-diving.html If you've dived in the Red Sea or Indo-Pacific you will have seen pulsating soft coral repetitively "grabbing" at the water. They are so common that we take them for granted. But only one family of coral does this - the Xeniidae. Even within this family, only a few members pulsate. https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/soft-corals-pulsate.html https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/soft-corals-pulsate.html Offshore windfarms are vital for producing clean energy, but also create new underwater habitats. Diving researchers found 86 species of reef fishes within 50 metres of the turbines, where previously there were none https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/what-really-happens-under-a-wind-turbine-a-look-at-new-marine-habitats.html https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/what-really-happens-under-a-wind-turbine-a-look-at-new-marine-habitats.html Yet another Egyptian liveaboard operated by the Dive Pro Liveaboard has had to have its divers rescued. MV Seaphoria ran aground near Daedelus reef. https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/another-dive-pro-liveaboard-accident.html https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/another-dive-pro-liveaboard-accident.html Way out in the Atlantic Ocean, divers love the Cape Verde islands for the caves, wrecks, dolphins, sharks, manta rays, loggerhead turtles and invertebrates. https://www.scubatravel.co.uk/africa/cape-verde-diving.html https://www.scubatravel.co.uk/africa/cape-verde-diving.html Spectacular shore dives dropping off to great depths https://www.scubatravel.co.uk/redsea/dahabdive.html https://www.scubatravel.co.uk/redsea/dahabdive.html The extraordinary little dragon, Eurypegasus draconis, creeps across the seafloor encased in a hard armour. Revealed, where to see them and why they shed their skin every week. https://www.scubatravel.co.uk/marine-life/little-dragon-seamoth.html https://www.scubatravel.co.uk/marine-life/little-dragon-seamoth.html With red fluorescent eyes and see-through skin, this spooky fish father guards its eggs against allcomers. https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/haunting-the-coral-reefs-the-ghost-goby-is-our-creature-of-the-month.html https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/haunting-the-coral-reefs-the-ghost-goby-is-our-creature-of-the-month.html Where are the world's best shore dives - find out and cast your vote now https://www.scubatravel.co.uk/best-shore-dives.html https://www.scubatravel.co.uk/best-shore-dives.html Even if all plastic inputs into the ocean were stopped immediately, fragments of buoyant plastic debris would continue to pollute the ocean surface and release microplastics for more than a century. https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/plastic-pollution-could-linger-at-ocean-surfaces-for-over-a-century.html https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/plastic-pollution-could-linger-at-ocean-surfaces-for-over-a-century.html Two lionfish have been seen in Croatia at Brac and Solta, the northernmost occurrence in the Mediterranean Sea https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/divers-lionfish-croatia-record-northward-invasion-mediterranean.html https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/divers-lionfish-croatia-record-northward-invasion-mediterranean.html Black corals are yellow, red, green - anything but black. They grow faster than almost any other coral and can live down to 8600 m. What the science says about black corals https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/black-corals-facts.html https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/black-corals-facts.html With over 300 monthly issues, a lot has changed since the first mailing, but the high quality articles and news remain constant https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/scuba-news-25-years-old.html https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/scuba-news-25-years-old.html Top liveaboards for single travellers. Travelling on your own is a great way to meet other divers and there are a number of liveaboards with single cabins just perfect for your next dive trip. https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/top-scuba-diving-liveaboards-single-travellers.html https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/top-scuba-diving-liveaboards-single-travellers.html When you buy shark meat in the U.S., you may be getting a different species - including an endangered one that contains high levels of mercury, all due to widespread mislabelling. https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/dangerous-mislabelling-endangered-sharks-store.html https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/dangerous-mislabelling-endangered-sharks-store.html From the Sand Falls to Socorro - fabulous diving at Mexico's Baja California https://scubatravel.co.uk/baja/best-dives.html https://scubatravel.co.uk/baja/best-dives.html The Maldivian government is to lift the lifting of a 15-year ban on shark fishing in November. The move has sparked concern from conservationists over potential long-term damage to the ecosystem and the Maldives' tourism-reliant economy. The direct revenue from shark divers has been estimated to be US$14.4 million, with scuba diving in general estimated to generate US$43 million. https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/maldives-u-turn-shark-fishing-allowed.html https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/maldives-u-turn-shark-fishing-allowed.html How to spot them - Bursts of Speed for rapid escapes, but at a cost - Why such long tails? - Long pregnancy: few pups - Declining by 79% over 39 years - What can be done? https://www.scubatravel.co.uk/marine-life/spotted-eagle-ray.html https://www.scubatravel.co.uk/marine-life/spotted-eagle-ray.html When you're planning deep dives, understanding what happens to your body and equipment as you descend becomes crucial https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/deep-diving.html https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/deep-diving.html When's the best time of year to dive Mexico? What sealife will you see and when: humpback whales, hammerheads, sealions, manta rays... https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/when-dive-mexico-best-time.html https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/when-dive-mexico-best-time.html Mozambique is a top diving destination in 2025 due to its combination of megafauna encounters (whale sharks, manta rays, humpback whales), untouched coral reefs, and abundance of pristine marine protected areas, all set along a warm, 2,500 km Indian Ocean coastline with little diving crowding and a strong focus on conservation. https://www.scubatravel.co.uk/africa/diving-mozambique.html https://www.scubatravel.co.uk/africa/diving-mozambique.html 1. They mate for life. 2. They are amongst the largest butterflyfish 3. Eat day and night 4. Clever strategists against potential predators https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/5-fascinating-facts-about-masked-butterflyfish.html https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/5-fascinating-facts-about-masked-butterflyfish.html Before my first liveaboard, I wasn't sure what to expect. I couldn't wait to be at sea, but I was concerned - would I be good enough? Would I feel trapped on a boat? Would it be a once-in-a-lifetime experience or something I'd never do again? As it turned out, those diving days at sea didn't just change the way I dive. They changed the way I live. Here are ten things I learned on my first liveaboard trip - from practical tips to life-altering surprises. https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/10-things-i-learned-on-my-first-liveaboard-trip.html https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/10-things-i-learned-on-my-first-liveaboard-trip.html Mexico is a top destination for August, as the conditions are excellent in the Sea of Cortez. In the Southern hemisphere, Sipadan in Malaysia, French Polynesia and Bali offer world class diving. https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/august-top-diving-destinations.html https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/august-top-diving-destinations.html Turtles, sea horses, the famous Cedar Pride wreck and even an underwater military museum. How to choose a dive centre in Jordan. https://www.scubatravel.co.uk/redsea/jordan-diving.html https://www.scubatravel.co.uk/redsea/jordan-diving.html Becoming a scuba diving instructor was never part of my plan. But diving has a way of changing plans. One moment you are nervously adjusting your gear before a training dive, and the next you are exploring coral gardens in another corner of the world. https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/from-fear-to-freedom-how-becoming-a-dive-instructor-changed-my-life.html https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/from-fear-to-freedom-how-becoming-a-dive-instructor-changed-my-life.html Could humpback whales be trying to communicate with us using bubble rings? https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/are-humpback-whales-trying-to-communicate-with-humans.html https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/are-humpback-whales-trying-to-communicate-with-humans.html Divers are some of the first to notice when something is out of balance in the ocean. Invasive species that spread rapidly and disrupt ecosystems are a growing threat to ocean health but divers around the world are stepping up to help. https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/fighting-back-divers-underwater-invasive-species.html https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/fighting-back-divers-underwater-invasive-species.html Recognising that conservation is key to ensuring the future of Saudi underwater tourism, numerous environmental studies and initiatives have been launched. https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/world-oceans-day-saudi-sustainable-marine-tourism.html https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/world-oceans-day-saudi-sustainable-marine-tourism.html The invasive lionfish has reached a new northern record in the Mediterranean Sea. Scuba divers captured two specimens (Pterois cf. miles) in the Croatian Adriatic, off the islands of Brac and Solta. https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/divers-find-lionfish-in-croatia-marking-alarming-northward-invasion.html https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/divers-find-lionfish-in-croatia-marking-alarming-northward-invasion.html The Masked Butterflyfish is a photographer's dream and a must-see for Red Sea divers. Couples form a faithful pair that remains together for life. https://www.scubatravel.co.uk/maskedbfly.html https://www.scubatravel.co.uk/maskedbfly.html Green Fins initiative in Jordan achieves 51% reduction in threats to Aqaba Marine Reserve https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/aqabas-dive-operators-environment.html https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/aqabas-dive-operators-environment.html If you've ticked off the big names like the Red Sea, the Great Barrier Reef, or the Maldives, you might be wondering where to dive next. If you have a good sense of adventure and love of the road less travelled, the world is full of lesser-known dive spots. https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/10-hidden-dive-destinations-adventurous-travellers.html https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/10-hidden-dive-destinations-adventurous-travellers.html Comprehensive review of the R5 Mark II Canon's true flagship camera, by renowned underwater photographer Nirupam Nigam. Faster readout speeds, enhanced autofocus system, video recordings of 8K/60p RAW... https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/canon-eos-r5-mark-ii-review-substantial-upgrades-canons-flagship-camera.html https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/canon-eos-r5-mark-ii-review-substantial-upgrades-canons-flagship-camera.html Easter Island - pristine diving in stunningly clear waters. Journey to one of the world's most isolated destinations and experience its less-explored side. Easter Island offers incredible visibility, diverse marine life and the intriguing allure of its submerged history. https://www.scubatravel.co.uk/americas/easter-island-diving-chile.html https://www.scubatravel.co.uk/americas/easter-island-diving-chile.html What's one of the ocean's most important ecosystems - While they might not seem as photogenic as a coral wall or as captivating as a sunlit kelp forest, seagrass beds are essential for supporting marine life, protecting coastlines, and even fighting climate change. https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/seagrass-meadows-matter.html https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/seagrass-meadows-matter.html Reef-World workshop highlights Indonesia's position as a global leader in Marine Protected Area diving, with 70% of dives occurring within MPAs. https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/indonesias-marine-tourism-industry.html https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/indonesias-marine-tourism-industry.html Here's a look at some of the best destinations for family dive trips, offering world-class diving and activities for every family member https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/multigenerational-family-dive-trips-made-easy-where-to-go-and-why.html https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/multigenerational-family-dive-trips-made-easy-where-to-go-and-why.html The most famous dive site in the British Virgin Islands and other fantastic wrecks and reefs. https://www.scubatravel.co.uk/americas/british-virgin-islands-diving.html https://www.scubatravel.co.uk/americas/british-virgin-islands-diving.html A new area for diving with many wrecks, caves and caverns to be explored https://www.scubatravel.co.uk/europe/albania-diving.html https://www.scubatravel.co.uk/europe/albania-diving.html Southeast Asia is best known for its spectacular coral reefs and rich marine biodiversity, but it is also home to some fascinating historic shipwrecks. While many divers flock to the region for its vibrant reef systems, the wartime wrecks and sunken relics here offer equally compelling dives. Discover our top 8 https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/8-amazing-wreck-dives-in-southeast-asia.html https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/8-amazing-wreck-dives-in-southeast-asia.html Seen sea snake in the Red Sea? It's actually a spotted snake eel. Find out why https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/spotted-snake-eel-red-sea.html https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/spotted-snake-eel-red-sea.html The UK's Marine Accident Investigation Branch (MAIB) has issued guidelines for choosing a Red Sea liveaboard. https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/safely-choosing-red-sea-liveaboard-new-guidelines.html https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/safely-choosing-red-sea-liveaboard-new-guidelines.html If you love the ocean, making smart seafood choices is one of the easiest ways to help protect it. Overfishing and harmful fishing methods are putting marine life at risk, reducing fish populations, damaging coral reefs, and threatening entire ecosystems. https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/from-ocean-plate-easy-ways-choose-sustainable-seafood-why-it-matters.html https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/from-ocean-plate-easy-ways-choose-sustainable-seafood-why-it-matters.html Over 33 million scuba dives occur annually in marine environments worldwide, with 70% taking place within Marine Protected Areas (MPAs). However, only 15% of these MPA dive sites are highly or fully protected. Making all recreational dive sites (representing less than 1% of the global ocean) as highly or fully protected MPAs would improve fish biomass and biodiversity while generating an additional US$2 billion per year in direct tourism revenue. Plus, it would enhance nearby fisheries. https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/protect-dive-sites-increase-economic-prosperity-and-protect-biodiversity-new-study.html https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/protect-dive-sites-increase-economic-prosperity-and-protect-biodiversity-new-study.html A liveaboard dive trip is one of the most immersive ways to go diving. Waking up to the sound of the ocean, exploring world-class sites multiple times a day, and spending evenings under the stars make it an unforgettable adventure. But if you're travelling solo, it can feel a bit daunting at first - especially if you're surrounded by divers who already seem to know each other. https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/solo-traveller-11-easy-ways-connect-on-your-first-liveaboard.html https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/solo-traveller-11-easy-ways-connect-on-your-first-liveaboard.html A brand new liveaboard boat capsized as it was being delivered from the shipyard to Hurghada, according to a report by eSysman SuperYachts. https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/another-red-sea-liveaboard-capsizes-this-one-brand-new.html https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/another-red-sea-liveaboard-capsizes-this-one-brand-new.html The sanctuary will fully protect the remote atolls from fishing and other destructive activities. https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/marshall-islands-announces-marine-sanctuary.html https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/marshall-islands-announces-marine-sanctuary.html?1 Three liveaboards currently visit some of the best wreck diving in the world: SS Thorfin, Pacific Master and MV Odyssey. Between them they offer diving throughout the year, but you need to book early. These often sell out quickly. Discover which one would suit you best. https://www.scubatravel.co.uk/liveaboard/truk-lagoon.html https://www.scubatravel.co.uk/liveaboard/truk-lagoon.html Identifying marine life adds an extra dimension to scuba diving. By familiarising yourself with iconic species like manta rays, nudibranchs, lionfish and reef sharks, you'll not only enhance your dives but also develop a deeper connection to the ocean. https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/guide-marine-life-identification-new-divers-beginners.html https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/guide-marine-life-identification-new-divers-beginners.html Learn about the fabulous wreck dives in Egypt - their history and how to dive them. https://www.scubatravel.co.uk/redsea/wreckdive.html https://www.scubatravel.co.uk/redsea/wreckdive.html Coral reefs, the "rainforests of the sea," support over 25% of marine species and protect coastlines. Learn about their importance, the threats they face, and how we can help preserve them. https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/coral-reefs-why-matter-save-them.html https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/coral-reefs-why-matter-save-them.html Cold water diving opens the door to some of the most extraordinary underwater experiences, from swimming through kelp forests to exploring alongside icebergs. While it requires preparation, the right equipment, and sometimes additional training, the rewards are immense. https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/prepare-cold-water-diving.html https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/prepare-cold-water-diving.html Marine Accident Investigation Branch is preparing a safety bulletin for publication setting out the areas of concern that individuals intending an afloat-based diving holiday in the region should take into account before booking. https://www.gov.uk/government/news/red-sea-dive-boat-accidents https://www.gov.uk/government/news/red-sea-dive-boat-accidents Scientists at the New England Aquarium this week unveiled a new slate of named North Atlantic right whales, an annual tradition that helps researchers in the field identify the critically endangered animals in real time. https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/scientists-name-20-north-atlantic-right-whales.html https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/scientists-name-20-north-atlantic-right-whales.html The Mediterranean is a wreck diver's paradise, offering a blend of history, marine biodiversity, and exceptional diving conditions. From ancient Roman ships to WWII submarines and modern artificial reefs, every wreck has unique features and a story to tell. https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/best-wreck-diving-mediterranean.html https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/best-wreck-diving-mediterranean.html From just GBP 475! Diving at some of the best sites in Egypt #scuba #scubadiving #RedSea https://bit.ly/-50Egypt https://bit.ly/-50Egypt With more liveaboards visiting little dived areas like Farasan Banks https://www.scubatravel.co.uk/redsea/divesaudi.html https://www.scubatravel.co.uk/redsea/divesaudi.html Cave diving offers a rare combination of adventure, skill and discovery that is worth the preparation and commitment. https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/cave-diving-beginners.html https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/cave-diving-beginners.html Southeast Asia offers some of the world's best dive sites for underwater macro photography. From pygmy seahorses and colourful nudibranchs to rare crustaceans and frogfish, these sites are a dream for divers with an eye for the minute details of the underwater world. https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/10-great-dive-sites-macro-photography-southeast-asia.html https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/10-great-dive-sites-macro-photography-southeast-asia.html Red Sea Explorers liveaboard, MV Nouran, caught fire near Daedelus reef. All crew and divers safely evacuated. https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/another-red-sea-liveaboard-sinks.html https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/another-red-sea-liveaboard-sinks.html Contrary to most projections, coral reefs are not inevitably doomed, but have the potential to persist and adapt over time, if carbon emissions are curbed and local stressors are addressed. https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/coral-reefs-transform-carbon-curbed.html https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/coral-reefs-transform-carbon-curbed.html The Fireworks Anemone, scientifically known as Pachycerianthus multiplicatus, is a captivating marine species primarily found in the chilly waters of the North Sea and northeastern Atlantic. https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/fireworks-anemone.html https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/fireworks-anemone.html Fire corals are so called because they sting. When something touches the coral, a coiled thread is ejected, penetrating the skin and injecting venom. The coral is primarily defending itself against fish like parrotfish which would otherwise nibble it. However, the sting is strong enough to injure divers and snorkellers https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/stinging-fire-coral.html https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/stinging-fire-coral.html Top 10 eco-friendly diving practices - do you follow them all? Eco-friendly diving more than just following a set of rules; it's a mindset to care for the ocean and its inhabitants. https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/top-eco-friendly-diving-practices-dive-responsibly.html https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/top-eco-friendly-diving-practices-dive-responsibly.html The little-visited marine reserve at La Galite islands. Only one dive boat goes there. Read more https://www.scubatravel.co.uk/africa/tunisia-diving.html https://www.scubatravel.co.uk/africa/tunisia-diving.html When it comes to world-class dive destinations, Palau and Raja Ampat are two names that sit at the top of every diver's wish list. Both destinations boast rich biodiversity, stunning coral reefs, and abundant pelagics. However, choosing between the two can be challenging, as each offers its own unique attractions. In this article, we'll dive into the similarities and differences between Palau and Raja Ampat to help you decide which destination is right for you. https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/diving-palau-v-raja-ampat-best.html https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/diving-palau-v-raja-ampat-best.html Most tea companies have made progress about reducing their plastic content since I first covered this topic. A few even offer tea bags which you can compost at home. But not many. Most use polylactic acid - PLA. This is a plant-based polymer - sometimes referred to as a bioplastic - which is industrially biodegradable but won't degrade in a garden compost heap https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/which-tea-bags-are-free-of-plastic.html https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/which-tea-bags-are-free-of-plastic.html Cozumel is a dream destination, offering world-class drift dives, stunning coral formations, and diverse marine life. There are a variety of dive sites to explore, ranging from deep walls to intricate coral gardens, and an abundance of reef and pelagic life to encounter. Whether you're navigating the depths of Devil's Throat or gliding along the Santa Rosa Wall, this dive destination is hard to beat. Thinking of a dive trip to Mexico? Here are the top dive sites in Cozumel, the best time to visit, and how to get there. https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/cozumel-top-6-dive-sites.html https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/cozumel-top-6-dive-sites.html With near pristine reefs and fabulous biodiversity - mantas, whale sharks, stunning coral https://www.scubatravel.co.uk/pacific/east-timor-dive.html https://www.scubatravel.co.uk/pacific/east-timor-dive.html The Maldives offers some of the most incredible diving in the world. For scuba divers and snorkelers alike, it is also one of the best places on Earth to swim with manta rays. https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/top-5-places-swim-manta-rays-maldives.html https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/top-5-places-swim-manta-rays-maldives.html Egypt is a dream destination for many scuba divers, offering a combination of stunning coral reefs, rich Red Sea marine life, and fascinating shipwrecks. https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/diving-egypt.html https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/diving-egypt.html Discover the best dive sites and find answers to frequently asked questions about diving in Fiji. https://www.scubatravel.co.uk/pacific/fiji-diving.html https://www.scubatravel.co.uk/pacific/fiji-diving.html Europe boasts some world class diving, with great visibility and masses of underwater life. Plus, of course, wreck diving galore. According to our readers, these are the ten best dives in Europe. Agree? Disagree? #scubadiving https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/top-10-dives-in-europe-in-2022.html https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/top-10-dives-in-europe-in-2022.html For dramatic diving, with large sharks and rays, choose the Pacific south side of Panama. For a calmer experience head to the Caribbean - one of the cheapeast places to dive there. https://scubatravel.co.uk/americas/panama-diving.html https://scubatravel.co.uk/americas/panama-diving.html Finland is an excellent diving destination if you're looking for an adventure. https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/arctic-wonders-top-places-dive-finland.html https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/arctic-wonders-top-places-dive-finland.html Celebrating the beauty and diversity of the oceans through dance whilst raising money for satellite turtle tags in Reserva Youth Land Trust's project to save leatherback turtles. Highlighting the interface between science and the arts https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/dance-ocean-reserva-youth-land-trust-leatherback-turtles.html https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/dance-ocean-reserva-youth-land-trust-leatherback-turtles.html Malaysia is home to one of the most famous dive sites in the World: Sipadan. But is it the best Malaysia has to offer? https://www.scubatravel.co.uk/malaysia/ https://www.scubatravel.co.uk/malaysia/ 1. They can be dangerous 2. They are poisonous 3. Giant moray eels change sex 4. They hunt with groupers - each benefiting from the other 5. And co-operate with tiny wrasse 6. They are enormous https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/fascinating-fish-facts-giant-moray-eels.html https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/fascinating-fish-facts-giant-moray-eels.html Discover the unique characteristics of Dendronephthya hemprichi, a distinctive soft coral species. Learn about its rapid reproduction, feeding habits and recent Mediterranean invasion. Explore stunning underwater images and learn the best diving spots to see them. https://www.scubatravel.co.uk/marine-life/soft-coral.html https://www.scubatravel.co.uk/marine-life/soft-coral.html?rss Maybe it should be. It has dive sites that are unlike any others in the world, including in the crack between the American and European continental shelves. https://www.scubatravel.co.uk/europe/diving-iceland.html https://www.scubatravel.co.uk/europe/diving-iceland.html Guide to the best diving in Tanzania: Zanzibar and Mafia Island https://www.scubatravel.co.uk/africa/tanzania-diving-zanzibar.html https://www.scubatravel.co.uk/africa/tanzania-diving-zanzibar.html Portugal has diving all around its coastline, from the Algarve in the south to Porto in the North. The sea off Portugal is an important pathway for loggerhead and leatherback turtles. https://www.scubatravel.co.uk/europe/portugal-diving.html https://www.scubatravel.co.uk/europe/portugal-diving.html female lays the eggs in the early morning and the eggs hatch in the same day after sunset. Triggerfish guarding eggs may try to bite curious divers and have caused injuries. https://www.scubatravel.co.uk/marine-life/redtooth-triggerfish.html https://www.scubatravel.co.uk/marine-life/redtooth-triggerfish.html Dive through the magnificent kelp, explore wreck alley, see seals, sea lions, sharks, sea otters and other stunning sea life. https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/california-diving.html https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/california-diving.html The Puffer's toxin, tetrodotoxin, is one of the most poisonous natural substances, 100 times as deadly as the venom of the black widow spider https://www.scubatravel.co.uk/puffer.html https://www.scubatravel.co.uk/puffer.html Although large, they are not normally dangerous to divers. But they are powerful fish with sharp teeth that can inflict serious wounds if provoked. https://www.scubatravel.co.uk/giant-moray-eel.html https://www.scubatravel.co.uk/giant-moray-eel.html The area from St Tropez to the Porquerolles islands is littered with wrecks sitting on sandy bottoms with clear warm water. What more could a confirmed wreck diver ask for? https://www.scubatravel.co.uk/france/francedive.html https://www.scubatravel.co.uk/france/francedive.html Nicaragua has many quiet dive spots. The Corn Islands in the Caribbean offer a step-back in time to the Caribbean as it used to be. There is freshwater diving in volcanic crater lakes and diving on the rocky reefs of the Pacific coast. Learn more... https://www.scubatravel.co.uk/americas/nicaragua-diving.html https://www.scubatravel.co.uk/americas/nicaragua-diving.html One of the very best diving areas on the planet - and now with over $2000 off trips! When and where to go for the big stuff. https://scubatravel.co.uk/americas/galapagos-diving.html https://scubatravel.co.uk/americas/galapagos-diving.html Deciphering dolphin communication. With their large brains dolphins have many factors in common with humans. https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/dolphin-talk-2.html https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/dolphin-talk-2.html First described as recently as 2018, instead of sitting on sand or coral like most gobies, Hoesei's Goby hovers above the bottom. https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/hosai-goby-koumansetta-hoesei.html https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/hosai-goby-koumansetta-hoesei.html Where is the best diving in Turkey? What you need to know before you go. https://www.scubatravel.co.uk/europe/turkey-diving.html https://www.scubatravel.co.uk/europe/turkey-diving.html How can scuba divers, snorkellers and swimmers avoide the sunscreen nasties which harm corals and other sea life. Which sunscreens are safe for reefs? https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/sunscreens-safe-sea-life-coral.html https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/sunscreens-safe-sea-life-coral.html From Is scuba diving safe? to How can I minimise my environmental impact when scuba diving? https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/frequently-asked-questions-scuba-diving.html https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/frequently-asked-questions-scuba-diving.html From its incredible powers of mimicry even though colour blind, to employing the same techniques as dogs and chimps to exert self-control. https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/fascinating-facts-about-the-clever-cuttlefish.html https://news.scubatravel.co.uk/fascinating-facts-about-the-clever-cuttlefish.html Tiger sharks, great hammerheads, bull sharks and oceanic whitetips migrate through the islands' waters in winter. Bimini island, for example, is a good place to see the hammerheads.Oceanic whitetips prefer Southern Cat island and the West End of Grand Bahama is famous for tiger sharks. https://scubatravel.co.uk/americas/bahamas-diving.html https://scubatravel.co.uk/americas/bahamas-diving.html