Bella was given an opportunity to observe several species of marine life in their habitat.

Wildlife observed included a shark, several species of fish including those commonly referred to as barracuda, sheepshead, catfish, greenies, spadefish, stoplight parrotfish, a small sea turtle, and at least a dozen manatees of varying ages and sizes.

Bella was also given an opportunity to interact with several exhibits explaining various aspects of the life of Manatees and our coastal waters here in Florida.

These exhibits included information on the anatomy of Manatees, the occurrence called red tide, and the presence of lionfish in our waters, and many more.

Bella observed a presentation given by one of our teachers Ms. Claudia who has written a paper on a specific toxin present in Red Tide.