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15 Tips For Shooting Stunning Underwater Pictures

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Underwater photographyĀ is an addictive world of challenges and rewards. A particular set of skills and knowledge are required to master the technique of taking good photographs underwater. This paired with excellent diving skills, a creative eye and of course a waterproof camera, can lead to some inspiring photography. But do you know how to take […]

Our Oceans Are Dying, Stop Shark Finning !

Most of the countries around the world enforce various rules on the hunting of wildlife, whether for sport or commercial use. But there are times when the demand for a certain animal or a product of the animal make the punishment for the poaching seems minuscule. While the poachers seek financial gain, they fail to […]

15 Shocking Facts About Ocean Pollution

The ocean remains one of the most expansive, mysterious and diverse places on Earth. Unfortunately, it is being threatened by pollution from people on land and from natural causes. Marine life is dying, and as a result the whole oceanic ecosystem is threatened simply by various sources of pollution. If we are to preserve ocean and its natural beauty, drastic […]

8 Mind-Blowing Facts about the Oceans

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Below are some 8 mind blowing facts about oceansĀ to be theĀ centerĀ ofĀ attention !! 1. The Great Barrier Reef, measuring 1,243 miles, is the largest living structure on Earth. It can be seen from the Moon.   2. As many asĀ 100 million sharks are killedĀ each year for their meat and fins, which are used for shark fin […]

5 Amazing marine reserve dive destinations

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MoliniĆØre-BeausĆ©jour, Grenada, best for wreck dives Spanning six square kilometres off Grenadaā€™s south-west coast, the MolinieĢ€re-BeauseĢjour marine protected area (MPA) shelters fish, lobsters and colour-drenched coral reefs, but the reserve has a larger goal ā€“ to raise public awareness of the need to safeguard the islandā€™s vibrant waters. The MPA has proved successful since its […]

10 Breathtaking Facts About Sea Turtles

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What do you know about one of the world’s most endangered species? Sea turtles, also called marine turtles, look like regular turtles, but have flippers instead of legs. They have been on Earth for more than 100 million years, this makes them one of the oldest animal families on the planet. Below, here are 10 […]

Top 10 Endangered Marine Species Facing Extinction

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Our beautiful planet is widely covered with water resources, mainly represented in the shape of oceans and seas. These are a sign of greatness and provide numerous benefits not only for the animals living in them but also for the people who depend on them. We rely on oceans to provide us with food, minerals, […]

Discover Migaloo : An Extremely Rare Albino Whale

Ā Ā  “Call me Migaloo,ā€ would start the memoir of the most famous white humpback whale out there. Heā€™s not quite from the pages ofĀ Moby Dickā€”Herman Melvilleā€™s white whale was a sperm whale and not entirely whiteā€”but Migaloo still makes quite a splash when he lifts his head or tail above the waves. First spotted in […]