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Are Lemon Sharks Dangerous? Separating Fact from Fiction
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Are Lemon Sharks Dangerous? Separating Fact from Fiction

Did you know lemon sharks are not considered aggressive and are not known to be a threat to humans? That ...
Valerie Taylor: Shark Champion Who Filmed Jaws' Real Sharks
Ocean Heroes

Diving into History with Valerie Taylor, the Pioneer Who Swam With Jaws’ Real Sharks

Valerie Taylor: Shark Champion Who Filmed Jaws’ Real Sharks Valerie Taylor swam with sharks, filmed Jaws, and changed how the ...
What are the impacts of the aquarium trade on marine ecosystems?
Sustainable Reef Tanks

What are the impacts of the aquarium trade on marine ecosystems?

Have you ever considered creating an aquarium or reef tank? They have become more and more popular, due to their ...

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Stop Asking How Long It Takes to Learn R Programming And Learn R in 3 Months
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How to Learn R Programming in 3 Months: Best Courses | 2025

This article outlines how to learn R programming in three months, highlighting popular online course providers like Codefinity, Coursera, DataCamp,…

How Many Shark Attacks in 2024? Latest Stats & Diving Insights
Sharks In The News

How Many Shark Attacks in 2024? Latest Stats & Diving Insights

Explore how many shark attacks in 2024 occurred with detailed comparisons and trend analysis. Get expert insights and safety tips…

Whale Sharks in Hawaii: Where & When to See Them
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Swimming with Whale Sharks in Hawaii: We Found the Best Locations (and Time of Year)

Whale Sharks in Hawaii: Where & When to See Them Whale sharks in Hawaii? Yes, but sightings are rare! Find…

Melissa Cristina Márquez: Shark Expert (and Crocodile Survivor!)
Ocean Heroes

Marine Biologist Melissa Cristina Marquez Is Not Afraid Of Sharks (Just Don’t Mention Her Crocodile Attack)

Melissa Cristina Márquez: Shark Expert (and Crocodile Survivor!) Meet Melissa Cristina Márquez, a fearless marine biologist reshaping shark conservation and…

Inspiring Kids: Shark Tooth Project and Ocean Advocacy
Sharks In The News

How a Shark Tooth Project Is Inspiring the Next Generation of Ocean Advocates

Inspiring Kids: Shark Tooth Project and Ocean Advocacy Explore Shark Tooth Forensics, a project that turns students into scientists, helping…

How Common Are Shark Attacks in Hawaii? 2025 Incident Details
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How Common Are Shark Attacks in Hawaii? First 2025 Shark Bite Reported Near Haleiwa

How Common Are Shark Attacks in Hawaii? 2025 Incident Details What you need to know about shark activity. Diver Injured…

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Reef Rescuers: Become a Coral Restoration Volunteer Today!

Reef Rescuers: Become a Coral Restoration Volunteer Today!

What is Coral Restoration? A safe nursery, a vibrant breeding ground, a lush environment to find food, and a mega oxygen producer – this is …

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Navigating Career Currents: Where Do Marine Biologists Work?

Coral Reef Restoration FAQs: Addressing the Most Pressing Concerns

Did you know that coral reefs contribute roughly $10 trillion a year to the global economy? From being spawning and nursery grounds for a vast …

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Maya Bay, seen above, made globally famous by the 2000 film The Beach, saw an influx of tourists that led to severe pollution and coral destruction. To address the environmental damage, authorities closed the bay to tourists for over three years. It reopened in 2022 with stricter regulations to protect its ecosystem.

Human Impact on Coral Reefs: How Tourism Can Help or Harm

Introduction Coral reefs are one of the most important lifelines on planet Earth.  Although they are essential to a balanced ecosystem for the entirety of …

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