FishCount.org
Title
The Great Annual Fish Count
Description
The Nassau grouper (Epinephelus striatus) is a large pescivore (eats fish) is found throughout the Caribbean and Florida. Slow growth and longevity have resulted in their vulnerability to overfishing. They are now protected from harvest in Florida.
What is the GAFC - The GAFC mobilizes and trains volunteer divers and snorkelers to identify and document fish diversity and population trends in marine sanctuaries and other REEF Project regions. The annual event is coordinated by the Reef Environmental Education Foundation with support from the US National Marine Sanctuary Program. read more...
How to Get Involved - Divers and snorkelers can get involved by organizing or attending a free identification seminar and survey dive opportunities. Also, participants can take the GAFC Fundraising Challenge and help support REEF and marine conservation. read more...
Contact
- Great Annual Fish Count
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- Key Largo FL
- United States 33037
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- +1.3058520030
