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Dr. Randall Hughes on SciGirls

Posted on June 20, 2011 by Rob

Dr. Randall Hughes talks to the WFSU SciGirls about how she got started in Marine Ecology, and about the ecosystems she studies. Continue reading →

Posted in In the Grass | Tagged coastal ecology, Florida State University, forgotten coast, FSU Coastal and Marine Lab, gulf of mexico, marine biology, nature, salt marsh, science, SciGirls Tallahassee | 2 Comments

In the (wire)grass

Posted on June 16, 2011 by Randall

This May, Randall took a break from field work to teach what looked like a very fun class. Over three weeks they went oyster tonging, met a troublesome bear, and got to know some seven day old woodpeckers. Continue reading →

Posted in In the Grass | Tagged Apalachicola, Apalachicola River, coastal ecology, Florida State University, forgotten coast, FSU Coastal and Marine Lab, gulf of mexico, hiking, long leaf pine, marine biology, marine ecology, science | 1 Comment

Oyster Study: Year Two, Under Way in a Big Way

Posted on June 1, 2011 by Rob

David and his crew are putting together a big experiment as the In the Grass, On the Reef documentary comes together. Continue reading →

Posted in On the Reef | Tagged biogeographic, coastal ecology, experiments, Florida State University, FSU Coastal and Marine Lab, marine biology, marine ecology, mud crabs, National Science Foundation, nature, NSF, oyster, oyster reef, predator, prey, Saint Augustine, science | 1 Comment

How much is a salt marsh worth?

Posted on May 25, 2011 by Randall

Do oysters have more value sitting on their reefs than on the half shell? When we lose salt marsh habitat, are we indirectly losing money? Dr. Randall Hughes presents her analysis on a few papers that seek to put a dollar sign on our coastal habitats. Continue reading →

Posted in In the Grass, On the Reef | Tagged coastal ecology, denitrification, habitat provision, marine biology, marine ecology, oyster, oyster reef, salt marsh, science, water filtration | 2 Comments

To Houston and Back: A story of a marine biologist and bugs

Posted on May 10, 2011 by Emily

Emily Field FSU Coastal & Marine Lab Several weeks ago, I went to Houston to meet Thomas Decker, a tech in Steve Pennings’ lab at the University of Houston. Thomas graciously offered up his time to help me with my … Continue reading →

Posted in In the Grass | Tagged biodiversity, Florida State University, forgotten coast, FSU Coastal and Marine Lab, gulf of mexico, insect, marine biology, marine ecology, salt marsh, science, St. Joe Bay, St. Joseph Bay | Leave a comment

Crown Conchs Galore!

Posted on May 4, 2011 by Hanna

Hanna Garland FSU Coastal & Marine Lab One of the most fascinating aspects of the field of science is the unpredictable patterns and directions that certain communities can take over a period of time. Whether the change in a habitat … Continue reading →

Posted in On the Reef | Tagged coastal ecology, Florida State University, FSU Coastal and Marine Lab, marine biology, marine ecology, nature, oyster, oyster bed, oyster reef, predator, predator effects, Saint Augustine, science | 6 Comments

Crown Conchs Overrun Saint Augustine Reefs

Posted on May 3, 2011 by David

Dr. David Kimbro’s St. Augustine research site oyster reefs were once commercially viable but have been failing, and there is an overabundance of a particular oyster predator- the crown conch. David and his lab look into the causes for this sharp decline. Read more this week on In the Grass, On the Reef. Continue reading →

Posted in On the Reef | Tagged coastal ecology, crown conch, Florida State University, FSU Coastal and Marine Lab, marine biology, marine ecology, National Science Foundation, nature, NSF, oyster, oyster bed, oyster reef, predator, predator effects, prey, Saint Augustine, science | 4 Comments

Coastal Critters and More at the FSUCML Open House

Posted on April 17, 2011 by Rob

Rob Diaz de Villegas WFSU-TV When I heard it was supposed to rain on Saturday, I was a little bummed. I was planning on taking the family to the FSU Coastal and Marine Lab Open House followed by the FSU … Continue reading →

Posted in Along the Coast | Tagged appreciation, blue crab, coastal ecology, crown conch, Florida State University, forgotten coast, FSU Coastal and Marine Lab, gulf of mexico, marine biology, marine ecology, periwinkle snails, Saturday at the Sea, science, Sea to See, snail races, striped burrfish | 1 Comment

What are those new images that are popping up on the blog?

Posted on April 5, 2011 by Randall

Every post from here on out will adhere to our “master plan.” Well, it was always part of the master plan, but now we’re showing you how. The many functions of and interactions within coastal habitats- as well as our human usage and appreciation- are all tied together as illustrated in this post. Continue reading →

Posted in In the (Sea) Grass, In the Grass, On the Reef, On the Sand | Tagged biodiversity, coastal ecology, Florida State University, FSU Coastal and Marine Lab, habitat provision, marine biology, marine ecology, oyster reef, predator, prey, salt marsh, science, sedimentation, water filtration | 2 Comments

Who am I? Identity In the Grass

Posted on March 30, 2011 by Katie

Katie Lotterhos FSU Department of Biological Sciences, FSU When we look at a salt marsh, we see thousands of stems of cordgrass. But in reality, the coastline may be made up of only a few different genetic individuals. This is … Continue reading →

Posted in In the Grass | Tagged biodiversity, chromosome, clonal reproduction, coastal ecology, cordgrass, DNA, Florida State University, forgotten coast, FSU Coastal and Marine Lab, genetics, genotype, gulf of mexico, marine biology, marine ecology, microsatelite, National Science Foundation, nature, NSF, salt marsh, science, smooth cordgrass, spartina alterniflora, St. Joe Bay, St. Joseph Bay | 2 Comments

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Dr. David Kimbro and Dr. Randall Hughes work to unlock the secrets of the intertidal ecosystems that make up our coasts. In a series of short videos, they explore the inner workings of salt marshes, oyster reefs, and seagrass beds as well as the ways in which we enjoy what they offer us. Join us as we kayak, snorkel, and wade the wet and wild of the Forgotten Coast.

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The 23rd Annual Tupelo Honey Festival

Saturday, May 18th
Lake Alice Park
Wewahitchka, FL

Local farmers will be bringing their honey, and there will be arts & crafts and music. Wewahitchka was the setting for 1997's "Ulee's Gold," and our campsite for day three of RiverTrek 2012.

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Sunday, May 19
2:00 - 7:00 PM/ET
Gulf Specimen Marine Lab
Panacea, FL

The Gulf Specimen Marine Lab will holding its 4th annual winetasting fundraiser. Along with live music and a silent auction, the fundraiser will include exhibits, guided tours of the aquarium, and live sea creatures.

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