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Divers have always had a fondness for sharks – even if the rest of the world is a little slower to love these misunderstood creatures. One in four shark and ray species is facing an increased threat of extinction due primarily to overfishing. One way divers can help the shark population is through shark tourism. […] Type: Post
Sharks. You either want to dive with them all or you’re just not interested. While shark diving isn’t for everyone, it can certainly be one of the most memorable and exhilarating experiences to have underwater. The moment you cross paths with a shark, your perception of them changes. Instead of feeling afraid you realize that […] Type: Post
After working in the finance and legal tec business, PADI AmbassaDiver Isidora Dekalo-Baron, found a love of diving that transformed her life and is continuing to take her on wild adventures. We found out a little more about her diving story and conservation focus. What was it that inspired you to start scuba diving? I […] Type: Post
We caught up with coral biologist Megan Clampitt, currently working in the Maldives on coral restoration, to find out how scuba diving was instrumental in her career path… Can you tell us a little bit about your job now? I currently work as the Coral Biologist at Velaa Private Island. In my role, I oversee […] Type: Post
Coral restoration is a hot topic and we’re all aware our oceans are in need of help. But what exactly does a coral restoration project entail, and how does it work? Coral biologist, Megan Clampitt took the time to explain how the Velaa Private Island Coral Restoration project she’s involved with in the Maldives works… […] Type: Post
Rays, skates and sawfish (along with sharks) are cartilaginous fishes, a class of over 800 species characterised by a cartilage skeleton and small tooth-like scales called denticles. There are many rays at risk, threatened by extinction, overfishing, pollution, boat traffic, and international trade causing population decline. Here are some of the species at risk: Sawfish […]