Mote Marine Laboratory in Sarasota, Florida is a non profit marine research institute that was founded in 1955. There are 7 research centres and a strong focus on public outreach and education. I visited Mote to learn more about their current marine research. There are many areas that are covered by Mote scientists; including Gulf […]

On April 20, 2010 the explosion of the Deep Water Horizon well head in the North Eastern Gulf of Mexico was followed by the release of around 200 million gallons of oil over 86 days before the well head was plugged. Chemical dispersants were used in an attempt to control the disaster. The Gulf Restoration […]

With 351 oral presentations and 664 research posters, I definitely did not have a shortage of information over the week of the 19th Biennial Conference on the Biology of Marine Mammals. The conference brought together marine researchers from all over the world to share current research, conservation and education of this select group of the […]

Florida Manatees are widely dispersed in summer but migrate up streams and inlets in winter, when the sea surface temperatures cool. By following rivers inland, they are welcomed by the constant 72°F/21°C waters of freshwater springs. Crystal River, in Northern Florida hosts the largest aggregation of Manatees in winter months. I was able to visit […]

After completing my Cavern and Basic Cave course with Jill Heinerth, I stayed in North Florida to put my new training into practice. Unfortunately an ear infection delayed my plans. While confined to dry land for a week I filled my time with other interesting activities. I attended ‘A Karst Conversation’ – a great workshop […]