Inner Space Seminar: Reef Watchers – Caribbean Fish Identification

Part of our “Inner Space Seminar”series at Hart House
based on Reef.org’s fish identification course with Kathryn Cullen and Amelia Davies’ Trivia Contest
Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2020

Download:
Download Bonaire Invasion: Fish Identification of the top 25 fish in Bonaire

based on reef.org with J.Lavan

Q & A

Question: Why are Caribbean fish coloured a certain way?
Answer: Bright patterns on reef fish are key to astoundingly complex strategies to attract mates, repel rivals and protect themselves from predators.
Source:
Why Are Reef Fish So Colourful?
The Science Behind the Beauty

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Question: What fish is used in the ad for this seminar?
Answer: It’s a Spotted Parrotfish, Terminal Phase
Source: ReefGuide.org

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  • Learn the names of creatures you see on your Caribbean dives,
  • Understand distinctive identifying features, 
  • Retain key memory tips for fish identification,
  • Take away a handout for future reference,
  • Learn about helpful resources, print and online apps,
  • Participate in our Fish Trivia Quiz! Maybe win a prize!

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