Icelandic whalers kill blue whale
by DiveSSI - 12th July 2018
Whale protectors speak of environmental crimeThe Whale and Dolphin Conservation Organization (WDC) is alarmed by photographs documenting the cut up…
New online maps predict location of blue whale hotspots
by DiveSSI - 6th December 2016
Tool aimed at helping ships avoid collisions with blue whales Researchers from NOAA Fisheries, Oregon State University and the University…
How do you weigh a living whale?
by DiveSSI - 14th October 2019
New technique uses drone photos to weigh whalesFredrik Christiansen of the Aarhus Institute of Advanced Studies and colleagues have developed…
Baleen whales: More rapid habitat alteration in the Atlantic than in the Pacific
by DiveSSI - 9th September 2019
Gulf Stream provides a rich food supply in the Northeast AtlanticA new study has compared the incidence of baleen whales…
Iceland wants to kill more than 2,000 whales in the next few years
by DiveSSI - 25th February 2019
Icelandic whale meat probably intended for the Japanese marketThe Icelandic Minister of Fisheries granted a permit to continue whaling on…
Your Guide to Ice Diving: Why it’s Worth Getting Cold for
by DiveSSI - 30th January 2020
Ice diving in Antarctica or the Arctic is ideal for adventurous divers looking for a challenge and exceptional marine life at…
Orcas and aurora
by DiveSSI - 6th January 2020
A winter trip to the Norwegian ArcticWhen the days get shorter and the temperatures drop below zero, an incredible amount…
New Zealand’s coastal seas are declared as marine “Hope Spot”
by DiveSSI - 3rd December 2018
New Zealand government must finally protect the last Maui dolphinsA good day for the rare Maui dolphins and their floating…
Weddell Sea: Icy gem in the Southern Ocean
by DiveSSI - 1st November 2018
Weddell Sea Sanctuary: The largest marine reserve in the world is to be createdIn the Southern Ocean, north of the…
Divers thwart scourge of ghost nets in North Sea reserve
by DiveSSI - 20th May 2016
More than one ton of fishing nets have been recovered near Sylt in the North Sea by divers from Ghost…
The case of the shrinking sea giants
by DiveSSI - 12th January 2016
An international collaborative study has uncovered the truth: that the sizes of many larger-than-life marine creatures have been exaggerated. The research – which involved 25 species,…
Dolphins Found To Breathe Fast And Furious
by DiveSSI - 23rd July 2015
Dolphins Can Empty Their Lungs In Milliseconds A new study has proved that dolphins are world champions in 'speed-breathing', exhaling…
9 Of The Best Remote Dive Destinations
by DiveSSI - 21st September 2021
From exploring icy Arctic waters to cruising paradise islands few tourists know about, there are still some remote dive destinations…
Top Liveaboards for Advanced Divers – Part 2
by DiveSSI - 16th September 2021
Liveaboards are the best way to explore far-flung dive destinations and immerse yourself in diving. As an advanced diver, you have numerous…
Liveaboard Diving for Advanced Divers – Part 1
by DiveSSI - 13th September 2021
Liveaboard diving is the best way to reach the most sought-after and remote dive destinations in the world. As an…
Experienced Divers – 8 Best Places To Scuba Dive
by DiveSSI - 30th August 2021
The world is truly your oyster as an experienced diver! You have perfected your skills, are confident in the water,…
Mexico’s Best Diving Part 1 – The Socorro Islands
by DiveSSI - 23rd August 2021
Sitting in the open ocean and washed by ever-changing currents, the Socorro Islands are a paradise for marine megafauna fans.…
8 Idyllic Diving Destinations For Advanced Divers
by DiveSSI - 12th August 2021
As an advanced diver, it is time to explore more challenging dive sites, put your skills into action and visit those…
Explore the 16 best cave diving spots in the world
by DiveSSI - 19th July 2021
There is something about exploring dark, mysterious caves that is irresistible and attracts divers into the thrilling world of cave…
20 Fun Facts about Sharks
by DiveSSI - 12th July 2021
Whether you love sharks or not, there is no denying these incredible animals are awesome! To celebrate Shark Awareness Day…
14 unbeatable places to learn to scuba dive with your family – Part 1
by DiveSSI - 7th July 2021
Learning to scuba dive will forever change the way you and your family view the world. You will get to…
Top 10 most pristine reefs to dive in 2021
by DiveSSI - 28th June 2021
It may appear that the world is falling apart, not just from the frantic pace of modern life and the…
How learning to scuba dive will change your life
by DiveSSI - 11th May 2021
Learning to scuba dive is an incredible journey that shifts your perspective in numerous ways. It starts the moment you…
Discover the 10 Best Freediving Spots in the World
by DiveSSI - 6th May 2021
There is nothing like freediving for experiencing the ocean in a life-changing new way. This amazing sport will take you…
Love shark diving? Dive South Africa’s Western Cape
by DiveSSI - 22nd March 2021
If you are a fan of marine megafauna and shark diving, South Africa’s Western Cape is for you. Located on…
10 Animals Every Diver Should Have the Goal to See
by DiveSSI - 25th February 2020
Dive with the most fascinating animals under water. Here you can find out which animals you should go diving with…
Djibouti, Pearl of the Southern Red Sea
by DiveSSI - 22nd December 2019
A diving safari at its finest - in the still almost untouched waters of Djibouti and the Gulf of Tadjoura. …
Canary Islands declared Hope Spot
by DiveSSI - 20th December 2019
Better protection for important marine area During the world climate conference in Madrid, the waters between Tenerife and La Gomera…
9 Idyllic Dive Destinations for New Divers
by DiveSSI - 17th December 2019
As a novice diver, there’s nothing more exciting than discovering new dive destinations that offer easy diving and incredible marine…
Impact of climate change threatens ocean life
by DiveSSI - 6th December 2019
New Greenpeace report calls for global action to save the oceansLarge parts of the oceans could soon fail in their…
Love Indonesia ? Here are 11 Must-dive Indonesian Dive Destinations
by DiveSSI - 30th July 2019
Indonesia, one of the best-loved liveaboard diving destinations in the world, has so much to offer it can be overwhelming…
Dive Site of the Month – Sail Rock
by DiveSSI - 17th July 2019
Commonly heralded as the best dive site in the Gulf of Thailand, Sail Rock lies equidistant between Koh Phangan and…
Searching for Sunfish ? 3 Top Places to Dive with Mola mola
by DiveSSI - 28th June 2019
Mola mola or sunfish might be easy to identify, thanks to their unusual looks and habit of lounging at the…
For the protection of the seas: Expedition from pole to pole
by DiveSSI - 16th April 2019
Greenpeace ship "Esperanza" is on a one-year expeditionFor the protection of the high seas, the Greenpeace ship "Esperanza" set off…
Virtual dive into the Baltic Sea
by DiveSSI - 8th October 2018
NABU presents "OstseeLIFE" - a 360-degree virtual worldThe Baltic Sea is Germany's No.1 holiday destination. Statistics say roundabout 6.5 million…
Dominica
by DiveSSI - 11th August 2017
Legend has it that when Christopher Columbus returned to Spain from the New World, he was asked to describe the…
Sharks sanctuary or slaughter – contradiction in paradise
by DiveSSI - 11th April 2017
South Africa: What are you doing? South Africa is blessed! There is hardly another country on Earth that has so…
