Ocean Expert Exchange - Billfish Conservation
Offered By: UF Thompson Earth Systems Institute TESI via YouTube
Course Description
Overview
Explore the world of billfish conservation in this 46-minute Ocean Expert Exchange webinar. Discover similarities among billfish species, their habitats, and unique physical characteristics. Learn about conservation efforts, including tagging programs and their impact on understanding billfish populations. Dive into the fascinating world of baby billfish and satellite tagging technology. Gain insights on the debate surrounding catch-and-release practices in billfish tournaments. Engage with marine experts through a presentation and interactive Q&A session, suitable for audiences of all ages interested in marine science, technology, and conservation.
Syllabus
Introduction
Similarities
Where are they found
Size
Bill
Conservation
Billfish Foundation
Tag Program
Target Area
Deployment
Tag
Other recaptures
Bluefin Tuna
Blue Marlin
Satellite Tags
Baby Billfish
How does this help
Learn more
Should billfish tournaments be catch and release
Where to find baby billfish
Taught by
UF Thompson Earth Systems Institute TESI
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