This certification aims to recognise dedicated SDI Instructors and provide new professionals with a clear milestone to strive for.
One key objective is to acknowledge the accomplishments of SDI Instructors while encouraging the growth of the next generation of diving professionals. This rating celebrates their achievements and is designed for active SDI instructors committed to producing skilled divers.
South Korea has a lot to offer underwater photographers, recreational divers, and technical divers, from wall dives and artificial reefs to a variety of marine life and a wide array of nudibranchs, not to mention topside attractions to enjoy between dives, from beautiful nature parks and scenic trails to cultural events and fine dining. Drew Holder gives us an inside look.
In 1954, Warder C. Allee and Joshua C. Dickinson conducted an experiment on the smooth dogfish aimed at establishing dominance-subordination hierarchies in Chondrichthyans. This pioneering study, which lacked subsequent testing and analysis, has laid the groundwork for a persistent belief in rigid social structures among sharks. The dominance-subordination hierarchy, which is modelled on the social structure of the chicken, was proposed without convincing evidence in the context of Chondrichthyan vertebrates.
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In a pivotal legal decision, the Court of Appeal in Sweden has revised the sentences of four men convicted in 2022 for offences against Sweden's heritage laws. These individuals were found guilty of plundering several wrecks off the coast of Öland, challenging the preservation of national heritage.
From 2013 to 2020, the convicted men retrieved a multitude of artefacts from shipwrecks near Öland, using some to adorn their homes. Dive logbook entries suggest that their activities may have begun as early as 1987.
The Shearwater Tern and Tern TX dive computers are designed to enhance convenience and versatility for sport divers.
Can you imagine a dive trip with the entire family? Sharing your love for the ocean with your children or seeing them have their first scuba experience in a safe and calm environment? Family cannonballs in the pool or have the kids getting to know all the fish in the ocean?
Let Buddy Dive Resort welcome you and your family for the perfect family vacation.
As a family business, we know exactly what you need for the entire family to have the best time. Buddy Dive offers a wide range of kid’s programs and dive courses for kids of all ages.
The findings from UC Santa Barbara’s Marine Science Institute provide compelling evidence of Marine Protected Areas (MPAs) value to the scuba diving industry and local economies. As global leaders aim to protect 30% of land and water by 2030, understanding the diverse benefits of MPAs is crucial for informed decision-making and sustainable coastal management.
Contrary to long-standing beliefs, recent research has revealed that grey reef sharks can rest, overturning the assumption that they must constantly swim to breathe. This groundbreaking discovery, made in the Seychelles, offers new insights into the physiology and behaviour of these marine predators.
Researchers conducted trials using SMART drumlines in New South Wales, Australia, to catch and release sharks, particularly White Sharks. The study aimed to quantify the short-term post-release movements and the longer-term fate of these sharks.
Sharks were caught using SMART drumlines deployed about 500 meters from shore. Once captured, they were quickly secured to a research vessel, minimising potential injuries. The sharks were tagged with satellite-linked radio transmitting tags and acoustic transmitters to monitor their movements post-release.
Sharks are known for their remarkable ability to heal quickly from wounds. The mucus layer on their skin plays a crucial role in this process. Recent research has uncovered that the mucus layer on shark skin possesses properties that could be beneficial in medical applications, particularly in wound care.
During the DEMA Show in New Orleans, I encountered a dive industry colleague who appeared quite distressed. He had just discovered that a Formula One race was scheduled concurrently with the next DEMA Show in Las Vegas. His concern was that securing a hotel would be impossible, as he believed everything was already booked. At that moment, I was somewhat sceptical of his concern.
