Animal Science 397T - ST-SeaTurtlePreserv/Costa Rica

In this course, students will explore the in-water research activities that are conducted by a research team to assess the threats that sea turtles are exposed to in the waters off of the Osa Peninsula in Costa Rica. Activities will include careful capture and tagging, weighing, taking body measurements, and collecting samples before the turtles are released once again into the ocean. Students will also discuss how mangrove wetlands play an important role in coastal and marine ecosystems of Costa Rica's Pacific coast. The course will also try to justify conservation efforts through education and community involvement.

BIOLOGY 151 & 152/153 w/ C