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)
The Eastern Atlantic and Mediterranean region holds plenty of surprises for fishwatchers. Catch one of our first Fishinars about this new region.
European Parrotfish photo by Carol Cox
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Join REEF and the Florida Keys Wild Bird Center to learn all about seabirds and their interconnectivity within marine ecosystems! We will cover topics such as seabird adaptations, conservation, and the connection between fish populations and seabirds.This event will kick off with a social from 6:15pm to 7:00pm, featuring drinks and snacks. At 7:00pm we will have an engaging presentation followed by a fun trivia game. Hope to see you there!
Tobago's unique location in the southern Caribbean results in rich biodiversity. Outflow from the Orinoco River in Venezuela feeds this area with an abundance of nutrients, which in turn attracts lots of fish.
This Great Annual Fish Count, join REEF and Pirate's Cove Watersports for a free fish ID class, followed by a REEF fish survey dive/snorkel.
Join us for a free fish ID class, held every Thursday from 11am-12pm at the John Pennekamp State Park Visitor Center. This engaging class will teach you how to identify various fishes that you'll see while snorkeling or diving in the Florida Keys!
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