In Southern California, there is less than one shark attack per year. Compare that to an estimated 10,000+ stingray injuries every summer. What do we really need to worry about...
We've tested traditional booties and water shoes to see how they perform against our DragonSkin® booties. See how they compare in terms of sting protection!
We share what it's like getting stung and the different severities of stingray injuries someone can experience. From minor stingray stings to severe stingray stings, we go into different experiences beachgoers...
It's generally known that stingray barbs hurt - but have you ever wondered why? This blog delves into what makes a stingray barb so dangerous, even though stingrays only use...
If you are a fan of Deal or No Deal Island, the survivor-like reality show produced by NBC, you may have noticed the contestants wearing some unusual footwear during...
If you're in temperate waters like in SoCal during the summer, chances are there will be stingrays next to shore. Stingrays are awesome creatures and this blog delves into how...
Steve Irwin's passing from a stingray sting was a monumental loss for the world. We delve into what happened, and why it was a result of a tragic alignment of circumstances rather than a typical stingray...
Although it’s always important to practice safe stingray habits to avoid a stingray injury, it also helps to know when are where stingrays are most prevalent. We explore what in...
The DragonSkin® Team interviews Dr. Dan Cartamil on all things stingrays! Dr. Dan Cartamil is a marine biologist with the Scripps Institution of Oceanography and Adjunct Assistant Professor, Environmental and...
We cover the different colors of beach flags you might see at the beach, including what they mean and what to look out for.
We share some of the whacky things we tried in our path to make stingray protection!
We explore why stingrays need protection from humans as much as humans need protection from stingrays.
When learning about stingrays, there are many terms you come across that describe stingrays and their stings. This blog explores different stingray-related terminology.
When we started DragonSkin - we had some misconceptions about stingrays that turned out to be false. We have since learned a lot about stingrays and have come to appreciate...
Unfortunately, if you've found yourself on the receiving end of a stingray sting, this blog delves into what to do next.
Our team recently met Dr. Christanne Coffey, a UCSD Professor focusing on Wilderness Medicine. One of her focus areas is exploring how medical providers understand and treat injuries from wildlife...