Spinner Dolphins – Fun Facts About this Oceanic Acrobat

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SHAAB SAMADAI DOLPHIN HOUSE - Sarah O'Gorman Birds aren’t the only animals capable of aerial acrobatics. Spinner dolphins can leap up to 3 metres/9.8 feet out of the water and complete up to seven rotations. They can also do above-water somersaults. Click to display the embedded YouTube video Why do spinner dolphins spin? Scientists aren’t sure why spinner dolphins spin. Here are […]

Saving Marine Species in Thailand Through Marine Rewilding

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First Rhynchos Guest article written by PADI Master Scuba Diver Trainer, Robin Fewster Sharks used to be plentiful in Thailand’s Pattaya and Sattahip areas. From black and white tipped reef sharks to bamboo sharks, Thailand had regular shark sightings in the early years of the 21st century. Unfortunately, this soon changed as spear, line and net fishing […]

PADI Travel’s Responsible Travel Tips

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“This Earth Day is the perfect reminder that it is our shared responsibility to protect our blue planet. PADI is fueling a movement of one billion torchbearers to create ocean change, which is a rapidly growing community empowered to take meaningful and positive action. From taking part in citizen science dives to staying at eco-friendly […]

6 Unique Marine Animals Found on Australia’s East Coast

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seal - underwater - sea lion If you’re a diver, it’s likely you have already heard about the phenomenal diving opportunities Australia’s east coast has to offer. But did you know Australia is also home to some of the world’s most unique, endemic and curious marine species? From humpback whales to cuttlefish, sharks and seals, Australia’s east coast will leave divers […]