Cozumel, Mexico
Fish Survey
Tropical Western Atlantic
12/6/2025 to 12/13/2025
Tracey Griffin, Cozumel Naturalist and Expert REEF Surveyor

Our annual Cozumel trip is known for its many unique fish finds, including the Cozumel-endemic Splendid Toadfish as well as high concentrations of other interesting species like Cherubfish, Blackcap Basslets, and Sargassum Triggerfish.

Sold out - please contact trips@REEF.org to be added to waitlist
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12/3/2025 8:00pm EST
Dr. Alli Candelmo

Join REEF Director of Conservation Science Dr. Alli Candelmo for an exciting update on current REEF research projects, including Grouper Spotter and SMILE (Size Matters: Innovative Length Estimates).

Photo by Tom Sparke

General / Other Taxa
12/2/2025 6:00pm EST
REEF Ocean Exploration Center, 98380 Overseas Hwy. Key Largo, FL 33037

Join us for a festive Holiday Craft Night!

All ages are welcome, and no experience is needed—just bring your creativity and holiday spirit!

$10 suggested donation to cover the cost of materials

TWR (Trans World Radio) Bonaire 64 Kaya Gob. N. Debrot, Kralendijk, Caribbean Netherlands
11/25/2025 7:00pm AST

Join us for a FREE fish ID class at the Trans World Radio (TWR) Bonaire Headquarters on Tuesday, November 25, 7:00 PM AST! Expert REEF surveyors, Carmen Toanchina and Dana Kowalsick, will be discussing silvery fishes, with a focus on Mojarras, Chubs, Scads and Porgies.

No registration needed!
Harrison Gaunt- Fall 2025 Marine Education & Conservation Intern
11/25/2025 6:00pm EST
REEF Ocean Exploration Center, 98380 Overseas Hwy. Key Largo, FL 33037

Have you ever wondered what it's like to live under the sea? Whether it's a fish, marine mammal, or invertebrate- all marine life has developed sensory abilities over millions of years to best allow them to survive in ocean environments. 

Join us for a deep dive into the wacky ways sea creatures perceive their environments- from reef fishes' ultraviolet detection, to the "sixth sense" of sharks, to the ability of octopuses to "taste" through their skin, plus many more amazing sensory abilities.

Stacie Strombom- Fall 2025 Marine Education & Conservation Intern
11/18/2025 6:00pm EST
REEF Ocean Exploration Center, 98380 Overseas Hwy. Key Largo, FL 33037

Be the first to make it to the finish line! Join us in a campus-wide scavenger hunt where your fish knowledge and skills will be put to the test.

Come alone or as a team. Prizes for the winners!

Dr José E. Trujillo, Ph.D
11/11/2025 6:15pm EST
Ocean Exploration Center, 98380 Overseas Hwy. Key Largo, FL 33037

José E. Trujillo, Ph.D., is a marine biologist from Ecuador with advanced degrees in marine biology from Chile and a Ph.D. in marine science from New Zealand. His research has explored how kelp forests support egg-laying sharks and how young reef sharks evade predators using their environment and physiology. As a shark behavioral ecologist, his work highlights key factors shaping shark nursery habitats. Now a Postdoctoral Associate at Bonefish & Tarpon Trust, he leads research on shark depredation in the Florida Keys. 

 

11/4/2025 6:00pm EST
REEF Ocean Exploration Center, 98380 Overseas Hwy. Key Largo, FL 33037

Creative, Family-Friendly Fishy Game Night!

Perfect for freinds and families of all ages, this interactive game night invites you to team up and test your fish knowledge — and your doodling skills.

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