Marine ecologist to talk on KZN’s marine stranded animals
Doctor Jennifer Olbers of the Bluff will host a monthly talk at Crocworld Conservation Centre on Saturday, 14 September.
Jennifer has been in her position with Ezemvelo KZN Wildlife for more than a decade, during which time she has been involved in marine and coastal research and monitoring programmes with a focus on rocky shores, sandy beaches, reef fish and nesting turtles.
She is the co-ordinator of the KZN Marine Animal Stranding Network, an organisation which manages and records all stranded animals. The information obtained is used to detect trends over time and provide insights into patterns of marine stranded animals along the KwaZulu-Natal coastline. Her passion lies in biodiversity, invertebrate taxonomy and addressing wildlife crime.
Jennifer’s talk will outline the history of strandings along KZN, as well as how the animals are managed and why this information is so important. “I will also give some advice on how members of the public can assist if they find an animal in difficulty on the beach,” said Jennifer.
To learn more about the research into marine stranded animals, book your place at Crocworld Conservation Centre. Audiences will also be treated to an early bird breakfast with coffee or tea (inclusive of the price of the talk), which will be supplied by the onsite restaurant, Fish Eagle Café. Tickets cost R50 per person. For more information or to make a booking, call Morne van Zyl on 083-658-7073 or email mvanzyl@cbl.co.za. Alternatively, contact Martin Rodrigues on 078-484-1859 or the centre on 039-976-1103.
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