Investigating Reefs and Marine Wildlife in the Bahamas
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| Presented By | Earthwatch |
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| Goal | Help researchers investigate and protect coral reefs. |
| Task | Survey fishy life in mangroves and patchy reefs of the Bahamas |
| Where | Bahamas |
| Description |
You’ll help biologists fill in knowledge gaps by surveying the mangroves and patch reefs of the Bahamas. They particularly want to know what increases the abundance of fish in these habitats. Abundant fishy life tells scientists that a coral reef is healthy: fish graze on algae that would otherwise stifle corals, so a strong fish population keeps algae in check, which helps coral reefs flourish. |
| How to Join |
Contact Earthwatch to join this project, email info@earthwatch.org or call 1-800-776-0188. |
| Website | http://earthwatch.org/expeditions/investigating-reefs-and-marine-wildlife-in-the-bahamas |
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| Expenses | $2295 |
| Required Gear | Volunteers will be snorkeling near coral reefs in the Bahamas. |
| Ideal Age Group | Adults |
| Spend the Time | outdoors |
| Type of Activity | At the beach, In oceans, streams, rivers, lakes |
| Class Materials | http://earthwatch.org/expeditions/investigating-reefs-and-marine-wildlife-in-the-bahamas |
| Tags | bahamas, coral reefs, ocean |
| Project Updated | 05/23/2018 |
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