An International Study Program, Dr. Bill Davin’s course in Coral Reef Ecology (BIO 482) takes students on an intensive field-oriented excursion to Belize in order to provide students with a first-hand investigation of the coral reef biome, including corals, invertebrates, fishes, algae, and rooted macrophytes. Through these carefully planned experiences, students develop an understanding and appreciation for the ecology of the coral reef and for the biology of the common coral reef organisms found in the Caribbean Sea.

To view some of the daily activities of students who engaged in the 2008 Coral Reef Ecology course, click on calendar dates below.

Abbreviated Itinerary with Snorkling Sites Day Activities/Snorkeling Sites 7/12 Day 1: Travel and a Tour 7/13 Day 2: Tres Cocos & Soft Coral Gardens 7/14 Day 3: Playa Blanca and Tuffy’s 7/15 Day 4: Pillar Coral and the Project 7/16 Day 5: Project Work and Night Beach Seine 7/17 Day 6: Discoveries at Mangroves & Hol Chan 7/18 Day 7: Tuffy, Coral Gardens, Night Snorkel 7/19 Day 8: Mayan Ruins at Altun Ha 7/20 Day 9: Hol Chan and Shark Ray Alley 7/21 Day 10: Caye Caulker and the Beach 7/22 Day 11: Lab Tests, then Free Time 7/23 Day 12: Belize Zoo and Cave Tubing 7/24 Day 13: Mexico Rocks and Study Time 7/25 Day 14: Last Day in Belize - Exam and Party 7/26 Return to Atlanta