Subjects include types of estuaries, nutrient cycling in estuaries, terrestrial and marine flora and fauna of estuaries, trophic interactions within estuaries, estuaries as fisheries nursery areas, the ecology of tidal creeks, the pollution of estuaries and policies to protect these systems. Field trips include local wetlands, saltmarshes, as well as boat excursions on the Cape Fear and Black River using UNCW research vessels.
Course Photos
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Dr. Mike Mallin (back row center), Matthew McIver (far right), Dr. Amanda Kahn (center 3rd from right) and the Spring 2009 Estuarine Biology course on the banks of the Cape Fear River |
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Estuarine Biology class in front of the RV Seahawk with Captain Gerry Compeau (on the stern) |