One of the most fascinating creatures of the sea!
These small but mighty jelly-bodied, shell-less mollusks are part of the sea slug family and inhabit ocean waters throughout the world, from the Southern Ocean to the Arctic and everywhere in between.
Depending on the species, adult sizes can range from 0.25 to 12 inches. These soft-bodied gastropods derive their name from the Latin word Nudibranchia, meaning naked gills, which is why most have feathery gills and horns on their backs.
Join the SSI Nudibranch specialty program and you will learn how to dive with and recognize different nudibranch species.
In the exciting and interesting Nudibranch Ecology Program you will:
- Learn about the different species of nudibranch and their unique characteristics, and their importance in the marine ecosystem.
- Study how nudibranchs move and their behavours including feeding and defense.
- Learn about their specialized sensory and respiratory organs.
- Discover the nudibranch relationships and reproduction cycle
- Learn the threats faced on nudibranchs, such as habitat destruction and overfishing, and the efforts being made to protect them.
- Gain knowledge on how to safely dive with rays and the best practices for interacting with them underwater.
- Understand human relationships and how knowledge of these creatures is a great way to protect them.
This course is a great way to contribute to the protection of our marine animals and their environment. A really good course for divers, snorkelers, ocean enthusiasts, future marine biologists and budding ecologists.
Upon completion, you will earn your SSI Nudibranch Ecology Specialty certification.
Prerequisites:
Minimum Age - 6
Duration: 3-6 Hours
Classroom/Online Only*
Start online today and earn your SSI Nudibranch Specialty Certification!
*This course is classroom only and at Ipswich Scuba we offer 2 types of courses:
- Online only where you complete the online materials at your leisure
- Online with a seminar where you complete the online learning and then join Ipswich Scuba for a more in-depth seminar, (online or in-person) to have an instructor teach you more in-depth and share their own experiences of marine ecology with you.
To book - please select and purchase the program type you would like. Once we receive confirmation of your purchase, we will be in contact to assign you the materials and if you are taking part in a seminar they will contact you to arrange a date with you at your convenience. If this is a gift, then we will take details, arrange a gift certificate, and ask the participant to get in touch once they have received their gift.
What comes next?
Once completed you will earn your SSI Nudibranch Ecology Certification which counts towards the SSI recognition of Specialty Diver, Advanced Open Water Diver and Master Diver.
There are many more Ecology programs you can choose from to do next including Marine Ecology, Marine Mammal Ecology, Marine Invertebrate Ecology, Shark Ecology, and much more.
If you are not a diver already and want to have a go, then you could have a try scuba experience.
If you think you will be doing more than one course then we offer a bundle discount on Ecology Courses - click here for more information.
We also offer a Marine Biologist Starter Pack course for a future budding Marine Biologist where you can purchase an Ecology Program and a Try Dive - click here for more details.
If you wish to purchase this as a gift, please let us know and we can arrange a gift certificate for you to give to the recipient - all you need to do is let us know.
What are you waiting for - Book onto the SSI Nudibranch Ecology Program today and get learning about these wonderful majestic underwater animals!
