The Importance of Ethical Diving: Protecting Our Underwater World
"Dive into the ocean, but remember to take care of it, and it will take care of you." As a diver, you have the unique opportunity to explore the beauty and wonder of the…
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"Dive into the ocean, but remember to take care of it, and it will take care of you." As a diver, you have the unique opportunity to explore the beauty and wonder of the…
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Malta is a small island nation located in the Mediterranean Sea, known for its beautiful beaches, historic sites, and clear blue waters. But what many people don't know is that Malta is also home…
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For a diver living in Malta, shark conservation is not an abstract issue taking place in a distant ocean. Sharks and rays are part of the Mediterranean ecosystem, and local fishing,…
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Jellyfish have always been a part of the ocean ecosystem, but in recent years, their populations have been increasing at an alarming rate. This phenomenon is being referred to as “ Jellyfication ”. Jellyfication…
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“Do not touch” is a useful starting rule because most recreational divers have no reason to handle wildlife or the reef. The deeper lesson is that responsible interaction depends on…
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The risk of a shark bite is low, but “low” is not the same as “zero.” Sharks are wild animals with different species, feeding strategies and responses to people. Respect is more useful than…
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BusaBoy note: This is a personal account of a managed aquarium dive, not guidance for approaching sharks in open water. Diving in the large aquarium at the National Aquarium Abu Dhabi was…
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