Raja Ampat, the 'Amazon of the Seas', takes the top spot on many divers' bucket lists. And for good reason. Nestled in the middle of the Coral Triangle, Raja Ampat is a name shrouded in diving legend thanks to its rich biodiversity. With enough incredible marine life to keep you coming back…
We love scuba diving (and always will), but there's still a certain appeal to diving below the surface without tanking up. Freediving, also known as apnea, is a form of underwater breath-holding where you rely solely on your lung capacity, rather than diving equipment. Whether you want to…
The Indian Ocean may be smaller and younger than its siblings - the Pacific and Atlantic - but don't underestimate the wonders of this tropical body of water. Known for its warm waters that are rich in biodiversity, varied in underwater topography and swarming with some of our marine…
Despite oceans covering more than 70% of our planet, we know more about the surface of the moon than we do the big blue. However, what we do know is that the ocean is vital for the health of our entire planet. Feeding millions of people, regulating our climate, storing carbon dioxide and…
The Pacific Ocean is big. So big, in fact, that it's the world's largest ocean and covers nearly a third of its surface. Formed over hundreds of millions of years, this vast body of water is filled with creatures great and small, from the tiny critters that surf in the ocean's channels to…
From its vibrant marine ecosystem to its strategic role in history, the Java Sea is more than just a stretch of water - it's a living, breathing part of Indonesia's cultural and natural heritage. Whether you're a diver, traveller, history buff or just love fun facts about the world's oceans,…
Famous for being the world's most venomous fish, stonefish (Synanceia verrucosa) are masters of disguise lurking among the rubble and coral. With the ability to survive out of water for 24 hours and a striking speed that would put Mike Tyson's punch to test, these funky looking fish command…
With a cape that would make Superman jealous, the largest sex discrepancy within the animal kingdom, and a penchant for stealing, the blanket octopus (Tremoctopus violaceus) is elusive, majestic and quite the daredevil.
Around the world's oceans, you may see the odd flash of blue, pink and green gliding among coral reefs, which is likely to be the parrotfish. Known to change colours and gender throughout their lives, these toothy, rainbow fish can munch on coral faster than a Brit eating a roast. Read on…
Clams may be unassuming characters resting (happily) on the sandy seabed, but beneath their hard shells they have some interesting features. They may not have a brain, but they have a foot to help them dig. They begin their lives as males and end as females. Some produce pearls. And with…