Nature/Wildlife
We live busy lives, often in urban settings, so when the time comes for a vacation, many of us know that the best thing to do is to turn to nature. Nothing blows the cobwebs away more than a trek in the mountains or communing with creatures in the deep forest. Whether peering into a volcano, riding horseback along a trail, or spotting wildlife on a river cruise, something deep within us needs to feel connected to the natural world. All regions of the world present opportunities for enjoying nature.
In cooler temperate climates you may seek out snow-capped mountains such as the Alps, while equatorial regions offer the dense jungles of Asia or the vast plains of Africa. Anywhere animals live free offers us the chance to witness their majesty and understand better our place in the natural order. We can give ourselves privileged memories of seeing lions, elephants and gorillas on safari, or witness orangutans, monkeys and birds in the trees of the rainforest. The oceans and coastlines of the world offer opportunities for encounters with whales, dolphins, penguins, seals and more. Nature is always good for the soul.
Huge Whale Shark Gathering Off The Mexican Coast
Seeing a majestic whale shark while diving is at the top of many divers 'must do' lists. So imagine encountering 420 of them! According to a press release issued by the Smithsonian National Zoological Park, around that number of whale sharks gathered recently off the...
3 New Species Of Fish Found In Raja Ampat
Raja Ampat diving has become well-known for its amazing bio-diversity and stunning array of marine life. It never fails to disappoint even the most discerning diver! The Raja Ampat archipelago is located off the northwest tip of Bird's Head Peninsula on the island of...
New Technology – Let’s Talk Dolphin!
Talking with dolphins! That was the vision of the 60's scientist Dr John C Lilly, pictured by Life magazine in 1961 in his laboratory with a microphone pressed against the blowhole of a young dolphin called Elvar. Best known for inventing the flotation tank, Lilly...
Shark Hunting Ban for Malaysia’s Sabah State
In a bid to protect their declining shark population, Malaysia's Sabah state has proposed a complete ban on shark hunting for their fins. This is fantastic news for conservationists and diving enthusiasts alike! Sabah, Malaysian Borneo boasts some of the richest...
Sharks Wanted – Alive Not Dead
Important news for shark conservation emerged this week; a single reef shark can be worth almost US$ 2 million in tourism revenue over its lifetime! This is according to a study completed by researchers in Australia. The study, which was centred on the island of Palau...
Protecting the Pygmy Seahorse in Malaysia
Could this unique species of seahorse, an inhabitant of Sabah’s east coast islands, be under threat because of the actions of over-enthusiastic divers? The pygmy seahorse (Hippocampus bargibanti) is found at coral reefs at diving havens such as Sipadan and Mabul in...
Shark Sanctuary Declared For Raja Ampat
Diving with sharks has become an increasingly popular pastime and is a rewarding and exhilarating experience. And now you can dive with sharks in their very own protected sanctuary – one that you helped to create! After an international campaign, Misool Eco Resort and...
HEPCA’s Important Red Sea Mooring Work
In their continued efforts for environmental conservation and protection, particularly of the Red Sea dive sites and reefs, Hurghada Environmental Protection and Conservation Association (HEPCA) have been busy this month of April carrying out mooring maintenance. As...
Help Save Our Islands and Reefs This Earth Day
This Earth Day celebrate our planet by helping Seacology protect islands and coral reefs. Earth Day is celebrated every year on the 22nd April. The first one took place in 1970 and was proposed in response to concerns about water and air pollution, and smog. The Earth...