Anemonefish sheltering in coral
Anemonefish sheltering in coral

Chemical pollutants disrupt reproduction in anemonefish

Thanks to increased awareness, we are all aware of how some plastic food utensils can leach Bisphenol-A (BPA) into our food.

BPA is an endocrine disruptor and it can interfere with how the hormones in our bodies function. Studies have shown that pollutants like BPA tend to feminize animals like freshwater fish, rats and mice. 

How does it affect animals whose gender is determined by its environment? 

Gulen Dive Resort

Gulen Dive Resort is located right at the waterfront in a narrow strait. You have beautiful scenery right outside your window.

Our accommodation has eight cosy twin rooms with different bed arrangements – either twin beds or bunk beds. There are two bathrooms/showers at the end of the hall. Accommodation is based upon self-catering, but we also offer various solutions where food is included

The dive centre is in the building next to where you’re staying, and you don’t have to walk more than 20 meters to get in the water!

GUE launches new conservation pledge

Seagrass meadows constitute important habitats for many species.  In this case a painted comber takes shelter among the leaves
Seagrass meadows constitute important habitats for many species. In this case a painted comber takes shelter among the leaves. Photo: Peter Symes

High Springs, Florida, (November 2021) -- Divers represent a small portion of the population that get to see the underwater world first hand, yet they often contribute to its decline. To help offset some of the environmental damage from shipping their own merchandise, the non-profit scuba diving organization, Global Underwater Explorers (GUE), has donated to the conservation and restoration of seagrass meadows, mangroves and salt marshes through The Ocean Foundation’s SeaGrass Grow Program.

Pemba Island: Diving in Tanzania's Zanzibar Archipelago

Nudibranch, Pemba, Tanzania. Photo by Pierre Constant
Nudibranch, Pemba, Tanzania. Photo by Pierre Constant

Pemba Island is part of the Zanzibar Archipelago in Tanzania. Pierre Constant shares his adventure there, which took him through lush emerald forests, home to the Zanzibar leopard and rare endemic species of monkeys, a reserve with Seychelles tortoise, as well as diverse dive sites with a delightful variety of corals and marine species, and ample opportunities for underwater photography.