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Behind the Lens of the Shot That Won the Sharks & Ray Category of Scuba Diving Magazine’s 2026 Photo Contest
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Behind the Lens of the Shot That Won the Sharks & Ray Category of Scuba Diving Magazine’s 2026 Photo Contest

Josh Schellenberg's winning shot features a mako shark in Baja California.
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9 September, 2026

Conservation

Healthy oceans are essential to our future. Explore stories, practical tips and inspiring initiatives that empower divers to protect marine ecosystems and create positive change above and below the surface.

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Ocean Conservation Activities You Can Join in Puerto Rico

Ocean conservation activities in Puerto Rico include protecting baby turtles and visiting a manatee rehabilitation center.

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I Was Afraid of Sharks. Now I’m Afraid for Them.

A trip on a shark research project turned my fear for sharks into a fear for their survival.

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Dagat, Kamusta Ka Na?: The Cleanup That Didn’t End at the Shore

For Women's Dive Day, a group in the Philippines came together to clean the ocean and spread the message.

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How PADI Eco Centers Are Transforming Marine Tourism: Key Takeaways From a Historic Chapter in Dive History

Learn how PADI Eco Centers are leading in sustainability efforts, reducing environmental threats more effectively than standard operators.

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