A non-binding measure which called for increased transparency in the shark trade and more research into the threat of illegal shark fishing failed to pass at the U.N. wildlife trade meeting
The Shark Trust marks European Shark Week 2009 by heralding a UK decision to lead in the battle against shark “finning” (slicing off a shark’s fins and discarding the body at sea) with a complete...
UK based underwater photography equipment specialists Ocean Optics and The Underwater Studio have opened what is believed to be the world's first purpose designed set for teaching and practicing...
The first of our DPG underwater photography & video expeditions for 2009 was to the Revillagigedos Archipelago, more commonly called Socorro, known for its large resident groups of friendly giant...
The largest shark fishing country in Europe is in agreement with Oceana on three groundbreaking conservation matters. The upcoming EU Action Plan for Sharks should improve their conservation in Europe
We are pleased to announce a special DPG Expedition to some of the best reefs of Papua New Guinea. Join DPG publisher Jason Heller in this underwater photographer or videographer paradise
The International Union for the Conservation of Nature's (IUCN) World Conservation Congress this week adopted a resolution urging nations to protect the leatherback sea turtle and sharks by...
Commercial fishing for large coastal sharks in Louisiana will remain closed until at least 2009. A sign of the health of the shark populations worldwide
When I was told that I had won the 1st Place in the a Wide-angle category of the Our World Underwater I couldn't be happier, because the prize was a trip to Revillagigedo (Socorro). I had visited...
We are excited to announce a very special trip for 2009 to the Revillagigedos Archipelago, more commonly called Socorro. These islands have been compared to the Galapagos and Cocos because of the...
The increasing international demand for shark meat and shark fins, which is pushing some species towards extinction, has caught marine scientists and managers by surprise, says one of Cape Town's...
Sharks follow well-traveled "superhighways" among feeding hot spots, new research suggests. The discovery should allow scientists to create better conservation strategies for the fish
Over-fishing and demand for shark fins, an expensive delicacy, have pushed one of the world's iconic animals towards the brink of extinction, say experts
Populations of tiger, bull, dusky and other sea sharks have plummeted by more than 95 percent since the 1970s as fisherman kill the animals for their fins or when they scoop other fish from the ocean
Humane Society International and other conservationists applaud the U.N. General Assembly for its decision to enhance the conservation of sharks throughout the world
Pete Symes from X-Ray Mag brought me over to the Poseidon booth, where they had on display their new CIS-Lunar Mk VI rebreather. I'm glad he did, this is a cool toy that I may just need to have for...
The 7th annual European Wildlife Photographer of the Year 2007 (rather, Gesellschaft Deutscher Tierfotografen e.V.) showcases the best wildlife images from amateur and professional photographers...
DivePhotoGuide Does The Galapagos In Style. There are only a few spots left to join Jason & Wendy Heller as we seek underwater photo opportunities with whale sharks, sea lions, schooling...
Turns out, the color of blood doesn't get much reaction from sharks. It's the scent that attracts them.
"These ideas are repeated over and over," said Stephen Kajiura, who began...
Conservationists are urging the Australian government to protect the Coral Sea, one of its last tropical marine wildernesses.
The sea was recently declared a "predator diversity...
Following are highlights of a 2007 "Red List" of endangered species of animals and plants issued by the World Conservation Union on Wednesday.
The Union, which comprises governments,...
Hammerhead sharks, which rarely venture near coastlines, were spotted close to beaches in Fukuoka and Shizuoka prefectures early this month, apparently because of a warm current that was flowing...
From May 18 to June 1 we invested two weeks between Malpelo (off Colombia) and Cocos islands (Off Costa Rica) both are about 250 miles west off the coast of Central America on board the superb...
From May 18 to June 1 we invested two weeks between Malpelo (off Colombia) and Cocos islands (Off Costa Rica) both are about 250 miles west off the coast of Central America on board the superb...
A conservation group has warned that sharks could be extinct within a generation unless people lose their appetite for shark fin soup, Reuters reports.
WildAid today called on the Chinese...
"In recent weeks a fishing boat has been coming into Speyside in Tobago and shark fishing off little Tobago. This kind of targeted fishing is indiscriminate. They are catching sharks of all...
No visit to the Georgia Aquarium in downtown Atlanta is complete without a stroll through its most impressive feature, a transparent tunnel that transverses the world's largest fish tank. When...
"In recent weeks a fishing boat has been coming into Speyside in Tobago and shark fishing off little Tobago. This kind of targeted fishing is indiscriminate. They are catching sharks of all...
Jam packed in this issue you'll find: Guadalupe Photography Workshop with Charles Hood,
Wild Photos 2007,
Antibes Film Festival,
Asian Diverus Ocean Odyssey Digital Shoot Out,
DivePhotoGuide...
A possible predatory interaction between killer whales (Orcinus orca) and hammerhead sharks (Sphyrna sp.) was observed during April 1991 near Punta Cormorant, Galupagos Islands. Three killer whales...
The Royal Photographic Society is pleased to announce the Award winners for its prestigious International Print Exhibition which, this year, celebrates its 150th Anniversary. The Gold Award was won...
Female hammerhead sharks can reproduce without having sex, scientists confirm.
The evidence comes from a shark at Henry Doorly Zoo in Nebraska which gave birth to a pup in 2001 despite having had...
A hammerhead shark was discovered lying dead in fishing nets in a designated marine park off Hurghada in the Egyptian Red Sea by divers this week. A technical diving instructor and his three...
Fewer big sharks in the oceans mean that bay scallops and other shellfish may be harder to find at the market, according to an article in the March 30 issue of the journal Science, tying two...
In the March issue of National Geographic, journalist Jennifer Holland shares her story of close encounters with sharks while on assignment in the Bahamas. Accompanying her was photojournalist...
A possible predatory interaction between killer whales (Orcinus orca) and hammerhead sharks (Sphyrna sp.) was
observed during April 1991 near Punta Cormorant, Galupagos Islands. Three killer...
"I have successfully engaged Dr. Kathryn Sullivan and Dr. Sylvia Earle, two world leaders in exploration of the ocean and in space to join us on an unprecedented expedition to the Islands of...
The Galapagos Islands continue to be the holly grail for the land and underwater adventurer and at some point in once life a journey there is a must.
Mauricio will be leading this 10 day Photo...
You are at 25m, the swell is pushing you violently from side to side, and ahead of you is a small school of hammerhead sharks, slowly circling through a cleaning station marked by a number of...
The Destin Florida Shark Tournament has drawn the ire of animal rights groups after a hammerhead shark was mutilated and a pregnant tiger shark was caught during the tournament.
The Humane...
Underwatertimes.com has obtained photographs from the necropsy of the world-record great hammerhead shark caught by a recreational fishermen in May off Boca Grande, Florida. The necropsy was...
It swims along the surface freely and, from all indications, with few worries. With the ability to reach 60 feet in length, it's a sight to see with its unique, graceful ways.
It's a member of...
In the middle of ancient South China Sea, 300 kilometers North West off the coast of Sabah, Layang Layang lays like a beautiful emerald kissed by the sun and teased playfully by the winds. Known...
A new type of hammerhead shark has been discovered in the northwestern Atlantic Ocean, marine scientists say.
The shark resembles a common species called the scalloped hammerhead but has not yet...
A potential world record hammerhead shark was caught on Wednesday in Boca Grande Pass.
Capt. Andy Whitbread of Fort Myers captured a 13 foot, 4 inch, 750-pound hammerhead...
Scientists from Nova Southeastern University and the University of South Carolina have discovered a previously unknown species of hammerhead shark in the southeastern Atlantic.
The species - as...
Underwater Digital Video Made Easy is the latest book from Hammerhead Press of Ventura, California. Whether you've always wanted to be a motion picture director, or just want to make home videos of...
The chances of being bitten by a shark in New York are roughly the same as your being chosen to lead a Mars expedition.
"We've got thresher sharks, blue sharks, sand-tiger sharks, makos,...
Bassas da India - "Sharks!" came the cry. A distinctive triangular fin appeared in the water even before we dropped anchor. So it was true: this tiny atoll has a reputation for other...
