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.