Oceanographic, a new bi-monthly marine lifestyle magazine has launched! Issue one, and each issue to follow, is filled with captivating stories and beautiful photography showcasing ocean conservation, exploration and adventure.

From launching the world's first-ever guidelines for shark and ray tourism operators to bringing much-needed attention to the global shark trade, investing in technology to support a global community of Dive Against Debris activists to saving marine life from deadly underwater debris, your involvement - fins on or off - made our 2017 accomplishments possible. Check out our 2017 Impact Report to see your support in action.

A new study published in the journal Endangered Species Research has revealed that juvenile whale sharks swim to Madagascar, a newly-identified hotspot for these huge fish, to feed. Eighty-five individual sharks were identified in a single season using photographs of their distinctive spot patterns.

Diving since the late 90’s, Richard Swann learnt to scuba in the cold waters of the United Kingdom. Yet it was on a trip to Sipadan, Malaysia in 2001 that he and his wife Joanne chose a different way of life. His determination to make a difference inspires all whom he teaches. “Everyone needs to think about their own personal environmental footprint. The small changes we can make together can make a big difference.”

Governments can no longer use uncertainty in previous population assessments to excuse inaction. The 2017 assessment is clear:  Atlantic Shortfin Makos face a dire situation and a full ban is urgently needed. Project AWARE is once again mobilizing its global community to influence governments before it’s too late. Join us and our Shark League partners in urging top fishing nations to end uncontrolled mako shark fishing.

When you’re learning a new skill, there’s nothing more valuable than the knowledge of those who have done it before you. We recently asked some seasoned divers what advice they wish they’d had before their first dives.