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Jim Ritterhoff Named 2019 Sea Hero of the Year

Ritterhoff, originally recognized as a Sea Hero in June 2019 has been chosen as *Scuba Diving's* Sea Hero of the Year by a panel of judges.

Meet Underwater Photographer Gabriel Barathieu

Get to know underwater photographer Gabriel Barathieu, who took first place for Wide-Angle in *Scuba Diving's* 2019 Photo Contest.

Colin Limpus Earns Sea Hero Honors for Sea Turtle Research

Limpus has spent 50 years dedicated to sea turtle conservation in Queensland, Australia.

Can the Critically Endangered Vaquita Be Saved?

Activists believe there are only about nine vaquita left in the world, meaning this rare porpoise is likely close to extinction.

How Well-Intentioned Divers Are Hurting Shark Conservation

Scuba divers are always looking for ways to help protect shark species—here are some common conservation mistakes and ways that you can help protect sharks.

The Bahamas: Still Welcoming Divers

The Bahamas consists of more than 700 islands and cays and although Hurricane Dorian did plenty of damage to Abaco and Grand Bahama, it largely spared areas to the south.

Upcoming Photo Expeditions and Workshops for Underwater Photographers

A calendar of 2020 photo expeditions for underwater photographers, including photo-specific liveaboard trips, underwater photography workshops and more.

Why the Scientific Community Should Harness the Power of Photography

Why the scientific community should utilize the power of underwater photography to battle threats such as climate change and coral destruction.

Your Ultimate Guide to Reef-Safe Sunscreens

We've got your ultimate guide to reef-safe sunscreen plus five in-depth reviews on popular reef-safe sunscreens that are currently on the market.