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SEFS Webinar - Dr. Pajuelo - Sea Turtles

Offered By: UF Thompson Earth Systems Institute TESI via YouTube

Tags

Marine Biology Courses Environmental Protection Courses Telemetry Courses

Course Description

Overview

Explore the fascinating world of sea turtle conservation in this 25-minute webinar presented by Dr. Pajuelo. Dive into the history, common features, distribution, and migration patterns of these ancient marine reptiles. Learn about their developmental stages and the challenges they face, including fisheries bycatch. Discover how cutting-edge technologies like telemetry, satellite tags, isotope analysis, and genetic research are revolutionizing sea turtle conservation efforts. Gain insights into the origin of different turtle populations through skin sample analysis. Understand the importance of combining scientific knowledge with technological advancements to protect these endangered species and ensure their survival for future generations.

Syllabus

Introduction
Dr Pajuelo Introduction
History of Sea Turtles
Common Features
Distribution
Migration
Development
Fishers bycatch
Telemetry
Satellite Tags
Isotope Analysis
Skin Samples
Origin of Turtles
Genetic Research
Conservation Efforts


Taught by

UF Thompson Earth Systems Institute TESI

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