Join us LIVE and learn from the best! We’re offering small groups of up to ten participants exclusive one-hour lectures, presentations, and other learning opportunities on a variety of topics. See below for more information. We hope you can join us!

The Lecture

Research Methods For Studying Shark Behavior - Sharks live in a concealing, watery world typically away from our view. Traditional methods to study behavior, like observation, are not effective and today scientists rely on a variety of tools to unravel the complexities of shark behavior. This talk will overview the many research methods that are now available to scientists from tracking technologies to molecular tools and captive experimentation. Case studies on lemon, port jackson and hammerhead sharks will illustrate how these tools can be used successfully, with discussion focused on selecting the right method for your study species and research objective!

Date: December 7th, 2022

Time: 7:00pm-8:00pm EST / 4:00pm-5:00pm PST

Method: A Zoom link will be emailed to you.

The Speaker

Dr. Tristan Guttridge - Vice President, Director, Lead Scientist of Saving the Blue

Tristan’s Publications: www.researchgate.net/profile/Tristan_Guttridge

Tristan has a BSc in Zoology and PhD in Behavioral Ecology from the University of Leeds, United Kingdom. He has a passion for asking questions about animal behavior and has spent over a decade learning about the behavioral complexities of sharks.

On completion of his doctoral research, Tristan was awarded a prestigious Endeavour Fellowship through the Australian Government, and conducted a series of innovative experiments exploring shark cognition hosted through Macquarie University, Australia. Tristan held the role of Director at BBFSF, The Bahamas, for many years which saw him establish new long-term research initiatives to investigate migration, philopatry, and personality of sharks and rays, as well creating courses for the public for improved outreach and education.

Tristan has over 60 peer-reviewed publications, has appeared in and hosted many TV shows for Discovery Shark Week and the BBC, and was awarded a National Geographic Explorer Grant, which he is using to improve our understanding of the habitat, space use and fishery interactions of two endangered hammerhead species. Over the last few years, Tristan has established a research program in Andros, Bahamas and Jupiter, Florida, for Saving the Blue.

Highlights

• Learn from a leading expert!

• 100% online! Our lectures will be presented LIVE via Zoom which allows for natural interactions. No talk is pre-recorded!

• Class size is limited to ten, creating a comfortable, relaxed, and friendly atmosphere.

• You will receive a certificate of completion for attending the talk.

• These lectures are designed for beginning and intermediate learners.

Requirements

• No qualifications are required, this lecture is open to anyone!

• All you need is access to a cell phone or laptop with Zoom.

Pricing and Scholarships

We have priced these lectures at $50 per participant to ensure they are within reach for the most learners. We offer one FREE spot on each lecture as part of our ongoing scholarship opportunities for minority groups, youth, service members, and veterans and their families. Please email us contact@savingtheblue.org if you would like to be considered for a lecture scholarship.

Important

This lecture was designed to be informative, and you will receive an electronic (PDF) certificate to confirm you attended a one-hour educational talk. This is purely an educational presentation and does not confer a qualification of any kind, but you will learn a lot!

** Your certificate will be sent as a PDF to your email address **

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Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to prepare anything before the lecture?

• You should create a Zoom account before the start of the lecture.

• Make sure you have a good internet connection, so you don’t miss a thing!

When will I receive a Zoom meeting invitation?

• You will be emailed one to two weeks before the lecture with a meeting invitation link.

Will I need anything during the lecture?

• You will likely want pen and paper or an electronic devise to take notes.

• Bring whatever you will need to be comfortable, such as a beverage and chargers for any devices you will be using during the talk.

What happens if I book and miss the lecture?

• All sales are final. Unfortunately, we cannot offer refunds or rain checks.

What if I’m running late, can I still join?

• Yes. Click through the link and join us as soon as you can!

Will I receive a qualification?

• This lecture was designed to be informative to the public, and participants will receive an electronic (PDF) certificate to confirm you attended a one-hour educational talk.

• These courses do not confer a qualification or credentials of any kind.

What language will the lecture be given in?

The lecture will be presented in English.

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