YEYAE 161 - YAE: Marine Biology and Ecology (Age 13-15)

Discover the fascinating world of saltwater systems and how organisms adapt to this unique environment. Examine the intricate relationships between plants, fish, mammals, humans, and the nonliving components of salt water ecosystems. Get hands-on experience dissecting specimen and studying organisms under microscopes as you learn about the anatomy, energy/food needs, and life cycles of salt water inhabitants. Take a behind-the-scenes look at an aquarium, conduct research on the Great Salt Lake, and snorkel with fish at the Bonneville Seabase.