From walls adorned with spectacular corals, wrecks that are home to a diverse array of marine life, or shallow reefs teeming with tropical fish species, the dive sites of Grand Cayman will delight REEF surveyors.
Hang out in the sand with these burrow-dwelling gobies and their shrimp friends! Amy will highlight some of the common shrimpgobies of the Indo-Pacific and how to identify them.
Gorgeous Shrimpgoby photo by Amy Lee
Species taught in this session:
Join REEF on our first trip to Malta! Set in the middle of the blue Mediterranean, the Maltese islands enjoy some of the best climates in Europe, a wealth of scenic beauty, and a vast inheritance of culture.
**Due to weather, the South Atlantic States Fish Identification Workshop has been rescheduled. Please see the below for the updated information.
REEF's 15th annual Florida Keys Lionfish Derby will culminate Sunday August 18, 2024 at the lionfish weigh-in and awards at the REEF campus.
Jim's work focuses on long-spined sea urchins and their potential to rejuvenate coral habitats. He will discuss his work, including holistic approaches that include all life found on coral reef ecosystems and emphasizing the symbiotic relationships between organisms.
Monday, August 12 - Key Dives, 85960 Overseas Hwy, Islamorada, FL 33036 *New Location*
Join REEF at the Public Library as we dive into what conservation genetics is and how it can help us combat difficult ecological problems like invasive species!
Boat:
Emperor Elite (https://www.emperordivers.com/liveaboard-boat/emperor-elite/)
Price:
1695 Euros (per person in the lower deck)