Shark Diving

Galapagos under pressure

Stresses from warming seas, overfishing, and tourism are causing serious problems for Galapagos wildlife. Several marine species are believed now extinct and even the famous Galapagos Penguins are barley holding on. More at:    http://www.upi.com/Science_News/2009/12/04/Galapagos-Islands-marine-life-in-danger/UPI-85551259947551/

Fatal Red Sea Liveaboard Sinking

A Spanish diving couple were presumed dead in the sinking of the Coral Princess, an Egyptian liveaboard dive vessel. The boat capsized before dawn as it was making its way to a Jackson Reef near Sharm El Sheik. More at:    http://www.divernet.com/home_diving_news/370433/fatal_accident_occurred_in_moderate_conditions.html

Senator Kerry Introduces Shark Conservation Act of 2009 to End Finning

Senator John Kerry presented the Conservation Act of 2009  to end shark finning on the open seas and further bolster the ban on finning in US waters by closing loopholes. More at:    http://www.underwatertimes.com/news.php?article_id=51060421793