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Texas Law Could Sink the Sale of Shark Fins

A proposal is set in motion to ban the trade of shark fins in Texas.

Video: Incredible Encounter with a Sperm Whale

The Hercules ROV (Remote Operated Vehicle) was exploring the coast of Louisiana when it came across a curious sperm whale nearly 600 meters beneath the surface. Occurrences like this are rare at this depth, especially with underwater robots. The researchers were surprised to see the whale stick around and circle the ROV a few times, giving us a unique look at this magnificent creature. Check out this amazing footage caught on film by the crew of the E/V _Nautilus_ and learn more about this historic expedition.

New Navy Dive Mask Will Be "Like Google Glass On Steroids"

This year is dubbed the Year of the Military Diver, and the U.S. Navy has developed a new full-face mask to give divers a new experience underwater.

4th Annual BugFest-By-The-Sea

Lauderdale-By-The-Sea will be hosting its 4th annual BugFest centered around Florida's annual two-day lobster season.

Lessons for Life Author Releases New Book: "Return to Cayman"

For the 10th anniversary of Eric Douglas's first novel, Cayman Cowboys, Mike Scott is going to Return to Cayman — and so can you!

NOAA, partners, survey ‘amazingly intact’ historic WWII-era aircraft carrier

NOAA, working with private industry partners and the U.S. Navy, has confirmed the location and condition of the former USS Independence (CVL 22), the lead ship of its class of light aircraft carriers that were critical during the American naval offensive in the Pacific during World War II.

Video: Shark Rescue in the Bahamas - Divers Remove Choke Rope

In this dramatic video, divers with Stuart Cove's Dive Bahamas remove a rope that had entangled a shark — after the shark appears to ask them for help.

Indonesia Sinks Illegal Fishing Boats in Dramatic Fashion

The newly elected president of Indonesia has pledged to seize, burn and sink any foreign fishing boats found in Indonesian waters. The president seems to be a man of his word.

Award-Winning Film: The Oyster Divers of Long Island Sound

Check the "The Oyster Divers of Long Island Sound," a film documenting a group of Baymen who hand pick wild oysters. The film premiered at the 2014 Food Film Festival in New York, and won the Best Cinematography award in the 2015 Real Food Media Contest!