Perry likens sharks to the white blood cells of the ecosystems in which they live, as they help prevent the spread of disease ...

Whale sharks are the largest fish on the planet; the average whale shark is between 18 and 40 feet long, though the Georgia Aquarium says the largest ... with whale sharks offer snorkeling, but not ...

ATHENS, Ga. – Veteran coach Mike Joyce has been named the University of Georgia men's swimming and diving associate head coach, as announced by men's head coach Neil Versfeld Tuesday morning.

The ACC has announced that Georgia Tech’s McAuley Aquatic Center will host the 2026 ACC Men’s and Women’s Swimming & Diving Championships.

A new partnership means Kentucky Kingdom season pass holders will get into the Newport Aquarium for 50% off a day ticket.

After passing the course, the final reward? A dive into the aquarium’s massive half-million gallon Coral Reef Tank—home to tarpon, stingrays, groupers, and even sand tiger sharks.

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BUSINESS MATTERS: Angie Klapish-Widmer and Keith Hintz own Dive & Glide Scuba, a scuba superstore that offers a variety of classes, trip planning, services, consultation and equipment.