Scuba diving is an activity that many enjoy, but some forget a very important detail: we are visitors, and we must respect the home of marine life.
The marine fauna and reefs of the Mexican Caribbean are incredibly majestic. Still, they are also vulnerable due to pollution, marine species' overexploitation, or recreational diving malpractice.
Fortunately, the proposal of eco-diving strives to promote solutions so as not to continue damaging the marine ecosystem while we continue to admire its beauty. Here are some actions you can take:
Do Not Feed the Fish
Or, in any case, to any marine species. Feeding them something that does not belong to their environment can create unnecessary and harmful dependencies. In addition, we can never be sure how their bodies will react to processed foods on the surface.
Do Not Manipulate the Environment
The ideal behavior is not to touch the reefs or stones since you don't know what type of microscopic creature lives there. In the same way, avoid taking a "souvenir" with you. Don't take seashells you find at the bottom of the sea, much less alive or dead animals. All these actions can create an imbalance in the environment.
Watch your Buoyancy
Being aware of your movements and buoyancy is essential to avoid colliding with rocks and reefs.
When flapping, try not to lift sand or sediment, as this could affect the visibility of animals and the creatures and organisms that live at the bottom of the sea.
Other Ways to Help
- Use a reef-friendly sunblock.
- Check that your boat does not leak oil or fuel.
- Collect any marine litter you find.
- Don't buy souvenirs with fragments of marine life, shells, or sand.
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