Pearson College Marine Science

Both first year classes of Marine Science students visited Race Rocks on Thursday 11 April in order to measure abiotic factors in the rocky intertidal zone and to compile a species list.  B block students braved the elements in the morning and although I didn’t take any photos of them on the island, they were great explorers and we all survived despite the very windy weather…

D block students were very fortunate in two ways – the sun was shining on them and they were accompanied by Garry Fletcher, Educational Director of Race Rocks.

Abiotic factors such as water temperature and salinity were recorded…

And a few species observed & recorded…

Then it was back to Pearson College again…

Thanks to Laila for the D block photos!

Tags: abiotic factors, Canada goose, Garry Fletcher, Northern elephant seal, Race Rocks, rocky intertidal zone, salinity, temperature

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