Nudibranch Ecology
Step into the mesmerizing underwater world of nudibranchs, nature’s living art forms. This unique, interactive ecology class delves into the biology, behavior, and environmental importance of these colorful sea slugs, exploring how they thrive in their delicate marine ecosystems. Participants will gain a deeper understanding of marine biodiversity, sustainability practices, and how nudibranchs play a pivotal role in the health of our oceans.
Availability: Contact us for booking information
Nudibranch Ecology students must meet the following requirements:
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Diver must be 10 years or older to start the program
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Certified as an Open Water Diver
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Have signed and uploaded all of the forms to your SSI profile with a clear Diver Medical Statement Questionnaire or a physician sign-off prior to your class. Please do not wait until the last minute to fill out these forms in the event you have to schedule an appointment with your physician
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This course does not include the use of our rental equipment (BCD, Regulator, Weights, Cylinders, and Wetsuit), but they will be available to rent. You are required to purchase/have the essential equipment listed below:
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The "basics" **:
- Mask
- Snorkel
- Fins
- Hood
- Boots
- Gloves
- 2 Mouthpieces
We recommend purchasing your equipment at Aquatic Specialties so we can personally fit the equipment to you and your body type. We have many different brands, styles, and sizes, and having equipment that fits well will enhance your performance in the water and make your dive experience more enjoyable! We offer our students a 10% discount* on any required equipment that is purchased while actively enrolled in a course! Every customer matters and your support of your local dive shop is the backbone to our success. Your patronage motivates us to keep improving, and allows us to be able to provide you with the services that we do today - together, we will dive into great things!
*Some restrictions apply on select products
**The list of basic equipment would have been purchased for your Open Water certification and is not included in our rentals due to sanitation and fit.
The course fee ($175) includes the following:
- Digital learning material, course registration, and certification fees for SSI
- Lifetime access to SSI's digital learning material, digital logbook, digital certification cards, dive tables, and more
- 1 in-person classroom session
- Students must complete the online material and exam prior to attending
- Allows students to ask questions in real-time and engage more directly with the subject matter
- Learn about the diversity of these fascinating creatures, their unique physiology, and the ecological roles they play
- Explore the interconnectedness of nudibranchs within their habitats, understanding how their behavior impacts marine ecosystems
- 1 Open Water Dive
- These are typically done in the Winter since that is when nudibranchs are active
