Scuba divers underestimate how much damage they do to coral reefs – we’ve watched hundreds to find out why

Scuba divers underestimate how much damage they do to coral reefs – we’ve watched hundreds to find out why

A scuba diver resting on a reef in Leyte, Philippines. Bing LinScuba diving is often presented as a success story for marine ecotourism. Each year millions of people dive beneath the surface to experience coral reefs first-hand. Scuba diving generates income for coastal communities and helps people understand why coral reefs matter. But that success also brings a conservation challenge. It brings tourists into direct contact with sensitive coral…