DIVE with a researcher at Little Cayman Research Center this summer

From the Web site of the Central Caribbean Marine Institute:

Help make a difference by getting involved in one of our research projects. Our "Dive With A Researcher" (DWAR) program gives divers an opportunity to become more knowledgeable about coral reef conservation issues and efforts while helping collect and archive data during the dives.

Aug. 02-08, Searching for Lobster
Conduct an initial assessment of lobster populations around Little Cayman. This will provide an important baseline to understanding the health of the lobster population and, indirectly, the ways in which we can protect this population.

Aug. 2 - 8, Search for Invasive Species
Search for and record baseline data about invasive species (e.g. lionfish) on Little Cayman reefs and examine the impact of the Mat Tunicate on native coral species.


Aug. 9-15, Herbivorous Fish and Reef Resiliency
Investigate some key players in reef resiliency (mainly parrotfish) and see whether they alone are enough to prevent reefs from algae dominance. This is a critical piece of the puzzle in understanding how reefs function.