What is Marine Biology all about?
Reading the title ‘Marine Biology’ straightaway suggests that it is a branch of biological science that deals with the study of marine creatures, isn’t it? Although correct, the subject is broader than you think. We already know that in Biology, diverse forms of family and genera of living organisms are present. One such category is the ‘Marine Family’ that encompasses all living organisms that live in the sea, ocean, brackish waters and other forms of water bodies.
Did you know that the three-dimensional ocean occupies most of the Earth’s surface, as big as 71%? As a result, marine biology also focuses on the study of habitats like coral reefs, tidepools, seagrass meadows, sandy, rocky bottoms in an ocean, thermal vents and of course the kelp forests.
In a nutshell, everything from the microscopic picoplankton to huge mammals like blue whales and creatures living in the oceans, estuaries, and wetlands is all included in the study of Marine Biology.
Studying Marine Biology – Is it Advantageous?
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Career Options:
After a successful course in Marine Biology, you can easily explore a world of opportunities. From a fishery biologist, marine biologist to a technician and microbiologist, you can pick from a variety of great career options.
Center for Marine ConservationThe mission of the Center for Marine Conservation is to protect ocean ecosystems and conserve the global abundance and diversity of marine wildlife. Through science-based advocacy, research and public education, CMC informs, inspires and empowers people to speak and act for the oceans.
Competition and information among British Columbia salmon purse seiners
Part of the history of overfishing salmon.
Crayfish Biology-Aquaculture.
The Dolphin Institute and the Kewalo Basin Marine Mammal Laboratory: Dedicated to Dolphins and Whales through Education, Research, and Conservation. Over 20 years Dolphin Research and Whale Research, based in Honolulu, Hawaii. Browse our extensive educational area to learn about marine mammals. See how you can participate in our whale and dolphin research.
The Marine Biological Laboratory is an independent scientific institution, founded in 1888, that undertakes the highest level of creative research and education in biology, including the biomedical and environmental sciences. MBL is a member of the National Association of Marine Laboratories.
Marine Sciences Research Center
The Marine Sciences Research Center (MSRC) is the State University of New York’s center for marine research, graduate education, and public service. MSRC is also the University at Stony Brook’s center for research, education, and public service in the atmospheric sciences.
Marine Weather is (as far as we know) the largest collection of the marine weather forecast on the planet with thousands of forecast, maps, images, and links.
The website for marine experts and consultants.
North Carolina Division of Marine Fisheries
Detailed information on recreational and commercial fishing in North Carolina, catch limits, artificial reef guides, and kids pages.
Parismina Sea Turtle Commission
Leatherback, Green, Hawksbill and Loggerhead sea turtles nest in large numbers on the Caribbean beach of Parismina, Costa Rica. Poaching remains a problem, but local volunteers are working in conjunction with the coast guard to patrol the beaches and have started a turtle hatchery.
Protected Marine Species: Page by Wesley R. Elsberry
Information on Protected Marine Species; research and researchers; links to significant resources online.Extensive links to online resources about whales, dolphins, seals, sea lions, manatees, and related information about protected marine species, including bibliographies, organizations, researchers, career information, and stranding centers.
The Sea Grant Media Center provides access to the world of marine research and resources available through the National Sea Grant College Program.
The Institute of Marine Biology of Crete
A modern competitive organization, IMBC is widely recognized as one of the leading institutes in the Mediterranean. Within the span of a decade, IMBC has moved to the forefront of marine science research at the national, European and international level. It is equipped with state-of-the-art facilities to carry out its many research programs in the fields of aquaculture, biotechnology, fisheries, marine ecology, management of the marine environment, marine dynamics including ecological modeling, biological oceanography, remote sensing, and GIS.
We recognize our interdependence with marine mammals and our responsibility to use our awareness, compassion, and intelligence to ensure their survival and the conservation of their habitat.
Plankton Ecology, Marine Biology, and Biological Oceanography Homepage.
Welcome to CSIRO Marine Research
CSIRO Marine Research is helping Australians understand its oceans by conducting research in the sustainable use of Australia’s marine resources, the ocean’s role in climate, and the effective conservation of the marine ecosystem integrity.
Welcome to Mote Marine Laboratory
Mote Marine Laboratory is a nonprofit organization dedicated to excellence in marine sciences.
