The Mediterranean monk seal is just one out of many species of marine life that are near extinction Images from Shutterstock Due to factors such as human encroachment and overfishing, numerous forms of life in the sea are endangered, […]
A pink and white pygmy seahorse blends in with similar-coloured coral Adapted from text by Dr. Dave Harasti, ADEX Ambassador for Seahorses 2016-2017 Image from Shutterstock Seahorses are elusive creatures, and are naturally rare in the wild. Nevertheless, […]
One does not have to dive 80 metres to observe gobies. Sometimes, even a snorkelling excursion into a seagrass area shallow enough to stand will allow you to see many of these small fishes at all depths in-between. These small […]
Did you know that gobies are some of the smallest vertebrates in the world! Sadly, this small body size also means that these tiny little fishes have a very brief life span too. Eviota sigillata, the smallest and at the […]
The silhouette of a wild axolotl found in Manantlan Reserve The myth surrounding the unique Mexican axolotl involves Xolotl, an Aztec god determined to escape his impending sacrifice. Text and photo credit: Alejandro Prieto Besides the great biological value […]
Follow a shark conservationist’s journey freediving alongside great hammerhead sharks and educating people about their importance. Text and image credit: Jillian Morris I slip over the side of the boat and into the stunning blue water. I rest on […]
Scientist says this year’s coral spawn gives hope to nation emerging from COVID restrictions November 23, 2021, in Cairns Queensland, experienced an explosion of colour and a show-stopping sign of life, billions of coral babies were born on the Great Barrier […]
