Establishing & Managing Marine Protected Areas
Lindy Knowles discusses his data-driven work to conserve marine resources through the establishment, monitoring and management of Marine Protected Areas.
Queen Conch (Aliger gigas)
The queen conch is a large marine gastropod that is known for its pink-lipped shell. You can commonly find them in the seagrass beds and on the sandy sea floor.
Croc Talk – Conserving the American Crocodile at Turkey Point
Mike Lloret talks about his research and conservation efforts on the American crocodile at the Turkey Point Nuclear Plant in southeast Florida.
Superheroes of the Sea – How Nudibranchs Thrive in Tough Times
Dr. Richelle Tanner of Chapman University talks about the fascinating world of nudibranchs, more commonly called sea slugs, and how these invertebrates can survive and even thrive under harsh conditions.
West Atlantic Trumpetfish (Aulostomus maculatus)
The West Atlantic trumpetfish is a species of trumpetfish commonly found in the tropical areas of the Atlantic Ocean, from Florida down to Brazil, and also in the Gulf of Mexico.
American Oystercatcher (Haematopus Palliatus)
The American oystercatcher is a migratory shorebird with an identifiable long, thick orange bill, black and white plumage and yellow irises.
Scientist Mia Gabb
Mia Gabb is a marine scientist with two bachelor’s degrees in Computer Science and Marine Biology from Florida International University.
Expedition 93: Coastal Ocean Explorers: Sharks – Program Sponsors
Coastal Ocean Explorers: Sharks program sponsors were citizen scientists for a day, working alongside scientists from Florida International University to conduct shark research onboard R/V ANGARI.
Scientist Sara Schoen
Sara Schoen is Biological statistician and Ph.D candidate in the Predator Ecology & Conservation Lab and Tropical Fish Ecology Lab at Florida International University.
Nassau Grouper (Epinephelus striatus)
The Nassau grouper is a species of grouper known for its unique spawning activities and ability for female Nassau groupers to change genders.