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  • DIRrebreather: Nitrox Rebreather Diving
    Cedric Verdier

    This book is dedicated to Nitrox rebreather diving and the basic principles and skills that every rebreather diver should know and master. It covers some topics like balance and trim with a rebreather, risk management, and proper Nitrox dive planning.



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Environment

  • As a part of the efforts to protect the coral reefs of the Flower Garden Banks National Marine Sanctuary in the Gulf of Mexico, The National Marine Sanctuary Foundation is funding the installation of permanent moorings.

    Section: Conservation

  • Published in X-Ray Issue:   24 - Jul 2008
    Conservation
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    The exploitation of corals has depleted stocks all over the world. This is not only destroying the seafloor, but has a much wider impact. Corals are more valueable if they stay in the oceans rather than around someone’s neck. Coral reefs support more than 25 percent of all known marine fish species. As one of the most complex ecosystems on the planet, coral reefs are home to more than 4,000 different species of fish, and almost 5,000 species of corals, in addition to thousands of other plants and animals. Scientists estimate that coral reefs provide an economic benefit of US$ 375 billion each year to millions of people around the world. Besides from indirectly feeding people, corals also offer cures for illnesses. Add to that that coral reefs protect our coastlines.

    Download pdf: Corals for sale
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  • Published in X-Ray Issue:   20 - Dec 2007
    Conservation
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    Your support made the difference.
    Your support is still needed.
    This is why...

    We have reported on the plight of the sea turtles before. We have reported how they were being butchered by the thousands. And we have asked for your support and signatures on a petition to stop the slaughter of these ancient ocean citizens. It is now time to report back that your support
    has made a real difference. But the fight is not quite over yet.

    Download pdf: Saving Bali turtles
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