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Snorkelers and divers should stay off the bottom so that they don’t disturb the sediment. Stirred-up sand and dirt could land on and smother sensitive reef animals. Swimmers can help by swimming in designated areas, away from reefs.
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Sea grasses provide important food and shelter for many animals. Divers with the Aquarium Conservation Team (ACT) replant sea grasses damaged by pollution and development. You can help by volunteering with ACT or by growing sea grasses at your school for the ACT replanting teams.
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Over 80% of the trash in the ocean came from the land. Animals that eat or become caught in this litter may be harmed. Whether you’re diving in the ocean or walking along the beach, recycle or dispose of any trash you find.
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Whether on land or in the sea, always be careful where you put your hands. Some animals make their homes beneath rocks or in cracks in the reef. Putting your hands where they don’t belong can upset the animals that live there and disturb their habitat.
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Use your eyes to observe wildlife, not your hands. When diving, snorkeling, or swimming, do not touch, handle, or feed marine animals. You’ll be safer from stings and bites, and better able to observe the animal’s natural behavior.
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Cold water environments offer exciting sightseeing opportunities. With the proper equipment, cold water diving can be fun. Take some time to learn about a site before you visit. You may find ways in which you can help protect the aquatic life found there.
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Coral grows slowly, usually only a few millimeters a year. Because of this, reefs are harmed by overcollection. Divers should never break off pieces of the reef. You can help by not purchasing coral souvenirs.
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Skin diving is swimming with a mask and fins, but without scuba gear. It is popular in warm, shallow water. Many of the same rules for scuba diving apply to skin diving. Always research a new area before you dive and act responsibly.
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Anchors, lines, and chains may damage delicate corals. Protect them by using mooring buoys to tie up your boat or anchor in sandy areas away from the reefs.
