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Month: September 2014

by: Leisure Pro Staff

3 Types of Spearfishing Poles

If you have an interest in spearfishing, take a look at our guide on the 3 different types of spearfishing...
by: Leisure Pro Staff

Not Just Another Pretty Shell: The Conch

Almost everyone can recognize the familiar swirl of a conch shell, but few know about the intricacies of the mollusk...
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Gloves Off: Why Some Dive Destinations Don’t Allow Gloves

Dive gloves are an essential piece of exposure protection for many divers, but some dive destinations ban their use. Find...
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10 Marine Creatures Named After Other Animals

Tuck in for some fishy fun with this post about marine creatures that are sometimes oddly named for other animals...
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Dive Fins or Snorkel Fins: What’s the Difference?

If you've ever found yourself pondering the difference between dive fins and snorkel fins, you've come to the right place!
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3 Types of Underwater Communication for SCUBA Divers

While underwater communication may seem impossible to those that aren't familiar with diving, there are actually several ways for divers...
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Siphonophore: Learn About the Colonies of the Deep

Often confused with jellyfish, a siphonophore is one of the most bizarre creatures found in our oceans.
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Nudibranchs, Opisthobranchs, and Cryptobranchs, Oh My!

If you don't already know the difference between nudibranchs, opisthobranchs, and cryptobranchs, you'll have a much better idea after you...
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5 Crazy Facts About Bluefin Tuna

The bluefin tuna is one of the ocean's most majestic pelagic species, but demand for its meat has also rendered...
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SCUBA Diving in Tahiti: Something for Everyone

Check out the amazing array of marine life that awaits when you go SCUBA diving in Tahiti!
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5 Arguments For Keeping Captive Cetaceans

We've discussed the arguments against keeping captive cetaceans, but let's take a look at several arguments in favor of the...
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5 Arguments Against Keeping Captive Cetaceans

The battle between conservationists and SeaWorld has never been more fierce, so we thought we'd offer a look at both...
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Mysteries of Cuttlefish Camouflage

Cousin to the octopus and squid, cuttlefish have an incredible ability to camouflage themselves in ways that has scientists scratching...
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5 Masters of Marine Camouflage

Sometimes the best defense is to hide in plain sight...luckily, these 5 masters of marine camouflage are equipped with the...
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