Long Beach Oil Platforms
The Long Beach oil platforms boast a productive fish habitat and vibrant fish nursery. While it may not look like much from above, below the water’s surface there is a vibrant fish population and plenty for divers to see.
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In the Middle of the Sea
Anthias anthias, or the swallowtail sea pearch, is in the grouper family. Two divers were eager to see them in the wild as they are considered the “mother of all Anthias species.”
Emergency Planning: Why Do We Need It?
Does your business really need an emergency action plan? Yes. When creating your action plan, there are three main questions to consider.
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Suspension Training for Swim Fitness
TRX suspension trainers are deceiving: While it may seem you’re only doing “easy” bodyweight exercises, TRX challenges you through stability. Here are some great exercises for divers.
Catastrophic Regulator Failure
During a dive in the Solomon Islands, this diver’s regulator failed, shutting off her gas supply. Although gear failures are usually associated with improper maintenance or use, manufacturing defects are possible.
A Rash in Roatan
Pain and a rash made one diver think she was having an allergic reaction to a marine sting. But when decompression sickness was suspected, she sought help. Read her story.
Research Profile: Virginie Papadopoulou
Virginie Papadopoulou, Ph.D., is a diver and one of the world’s leading researchers in the field of bubble science. Her research covers a wide range of topics but always revolves around bubble mechanics.
Distracted While Diving
It can be easy to lose sight of depth, time and gas supply when you’re in search of the perfect image. Stay alert — don’t compromise your safety for the sake of a photograph.
Assessing and Assisting Florida’s Coral Reef After Hurricane Irma
In the aftermath of Hurricane Irma, science divers from multiple state, federal and independent organizations evaluated the health of the 360-mile-long Florida Reef Tract. Learn more about their discoveries and this effort.
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