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Dive sites added for the Galapagos Islands |
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Image Credit: Took from Pixabay |
🐢 The Galapagos Islands are world-renowned for scuba diving and are often referred to as a ‘bucket list’ destination for divers. Chances to encounter unique marine life and explore one of the world’s most pristine underwater echo systems make the Galapagos a sought-after destination. The group of islands are located in the Pacific Ocean about 600 miles (965 km) off the coast of Ecuador and are known for their rich biodiversity both above and below the water. 🦈 The dive sites are teeming with a variety of marine life including large schools of fish, rays, sea lions, marine iguanas, multiple species of sharks, and unique marine species found only in the Galapagos. ⚠ It is important to note that the Galapagos Islands can have challenging divining conditions. Divers should expect cold water temperatures and the possibility of strong currents at many dive sites. It is recommended that divers have the appropriate certification and experience level to get the most out of diving in this region. 📍 Galapagos Islands Dive Sites |
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Together with ProShot & Tidal Sports |
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Image Credit: ProShot & Tidal Sports Shot on iPhone 15 Pro using the ProShot Dive Universal iPhone Case. |
Your iPhone protection is guaranteed with the ProShotCase. Designed to utilize the iPhone's advanced camera instead of costly action cameras, this rugged, waterproof case fits all iPhone models, protecting your device down to 130 feet/40 meters. It includes a floating hand grip, protective travel case, and the 'ProShotCase' app for seamless underwater filming. The optional Red Filter 3 Pack enhances underwater photography at various depths. Designed by scuba divers for divers, snorkelers, and photographers, ProShotCase allows full camera functionality via volume buttons, saving all footage to your iPhone's Photos app. Featuring the smallest O-ring on the market, to minimize the risk of leaks. With a 12-month iPhone Protection Guarantee, unparalleled protection, and excellent customer support, ProShotCase offers an affordable, intuitive, and reliable choice for underwater photography. Dive confidently with your iPhone and capture every moment! Learn more |
Industry News |
The largest ocean cleanup in history |
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Image Credit: facebook.com/TheOceanCleanup |
The Ocean Cleanup is a non-profit foundation that was founded in 2013 by Dutch inventor Boyan Slat. Their goal is to have removed 90% of floating ocean plastic by 2040 and put themselves out of business once the oceans are clean. The non-profit has developed several innovative systems to remove garbage from oceans and rivers. One of their inventions called System 03, is about 2.5 kilometers (1.4 miles) in length and can clean an area of ocean equivalent to a football field every five seconds. May 29th 2024 was their 100th plastic extraction from the Great Pacific Garbage Patch. They live streamed the extract on X and YouTube. Check out the video here. |
Shearwater Peregrine TX |
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Shearwater Research is a Canadian company with the reputation of creating well designed, diver focused, dive computers. They have done it again with the release of the new Peregrine TX which includes a full-color display with an intuitive interface, digital compass, and air integration. Key Features: - Full color, easy-to-read screen
- Air integration capability
- Dive Modes: Air, Nitrox, 3 Gas Nitrox, Gauge mode
- Digital compass: 3 axis, tile compensated
- Battery Life: Up to 30 hours
- Depth rating: 120 meters (394 feet)
- Customizable vibration alerts
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Spiny lobsters helping save Florida’s reefs |
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Florida’s Reefs need a hero and it might just be a spiny lobster. After reaching record high ocean temperatures in 2023, many of the Florida Keys coral reefs are in poor condition. A three-year study by scientists from the Florida fish and wildlife conservation commission (FWC) found that the lobsters may be a helper in the fight to save coral reefs. The lobsters’ urine scares off predatory worms and snails who eat the delicate recovering corals. Fun fact: lobsters tend to urinate frequently as it’s part of how they communicate with each other. Predatory creatures can smell the odor and will avoid it. The FWC is considering options to use the spiny lobsters along side other coral restoration activities to help protect and rejuvenate Florida’s reefs. Read More |
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Thanks for reading! If you have any comments or suggestions for this newsletter please contact us at admin@thescubadirectory.com. Happy Diving, Logan Brown |
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