[…] wind rips across the beach, chilling the shivering O’Dowd students to the core. But there is no room for weakness. The research must be conducted at any cost. As the oceans continue to be examined, the relationship between sand crabs and sanderlings remains unclear. The two species are locked in the age-old, evolutionary battle […]
[…] curiosity craved answers. Ali Boutros, former LiMPETS Student and GFA intern recording data in the field Having two older siblings who went to Branson, I k new of a helpful resource who could help answer these questions. Kathy Soave, the chemistry and marine biology teacher at Branson, became my mentor soon after I […]
[…] in the scientific process and marine ecology, EMPOWERS students to collect real data for scientists, and INSPIRES students to protect their coastal and ocean ecosystems. Providing LiMPETS free of charge to students from under-resourced schools to experience this in-depth science curriculum – has been a hallmark of the program. For many teachers, LiMPETS is […]
[…] females, and recruits. There are many factors that might affect how many sand crabs are collected during that specific period of time each year, including overall weather patterns and climate, human activity, the abundance and health of prey and predator species, and the environmental conditions during mating season. One factor that influences the gender […]
[…] in future generations of sand crabs as well. Change in Abundance of Female Sand Crabs with Eggs Over a Ten Year Period Our data demonstrated no specific pattern regarding female sand crabs with eggs over the duration of the past 10 years. However we observed an event in which the high amount of pregnant […]
[…] in front of you, you begin to discover all of the infinitesimal critters concealed under the outermost layers of the reef. Lifting the algae away reveals individually patterned limpets glued to bare rock, or a tribe of tightly packed turban snails huddling in a crevice. Vibrant giant green anemones and whimsical water creatures like […]
[…] District Office Bodega Bay, CA This workshop is funded to support incoming Sonoma County teachers. Priority registration will be given Sonoma County teachers. Registration is limited. This FREE workshop requires a fully refundable $30 deposit upon registration. Your deposit will be refunded upon completion of the workshop, unless you cancel your reservation less than […]
[…] of males vs females has evened out 1:1, because, as the graph shows, the numbers of males, females, and recruits is very inconsistent and there is no pattern. Since males are smaller than females, some biologists believe that females live for longer periods of times. They believe that males have the potential to grow large […]
Due to increasing pressure on our budget, we ask that schools help cover the cost of participation through these suggested fees. We are committed to providing exceptional science education programs to all students. We appreciate receiving support at any level. Please fill out the online form or download the PDF.. School Teacher(s) Contact Email Who is […]
[…] LiMPETS successfully adapted to virtual/hybrid teaching throughout 2020 and 2021, and how virtual options have helped the program reach a broader underserved population of students. Jaclyn highlighted new ways Greater Farallones Association is increasing diversity, equity, and inclusion of historically excluded groups in marine science, including increasing contact time with students from this group […]
