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Dolphins Act As The Ocean’s Sentinels, What Can They Tell Us About Algae Blooms?
Over the past 50 years, a great number of previously unknown human diseases emerged, while other well-known maladies, including cholera and tuberculosis, have seen a significant resurgence. Not surprisingly, dolphins and other marine mammals experience a similar trend. Algal-bloom bio-intoxication is one of the better-understood disease agents.
The Paradise Reef of Collier County
By Capt. Jim Kalvin: There’s been a lot of gloom and doom lately regarding the cumulative effect of creeping regulations …
Paying Gulf Longliners Not To Fish
It can be tough to keep up with all the acronyms involved in and created by the aftermath of the …
St. Lucie County deploys Tug Kathleen
On September 26, 2016, the St. Lucie County Artificial Reef Program deployed the 70-foot tug Kathleen. The new reef is expected to become an additional fishing and diving destination.
Shark and Stingray Smiles
I find that photography can have a powerful impact on the way people see the world around them and perceive things. It can even help us determine how we should feel about something. I love sharing images of shark and stingray smiles because they are actually quite comical, especially the rays. I hope they make people themselves smile, but also encourage them to think differently about these often demonized creatures.
