SSI NUDIBRANCH ECOLOGY
Nudibranchs are soft-bodied molluscs that are noted for their often extraordinary colours and striking forms. Nudibranchs occur in seas worldwide, ranging from the Arctic, through temperate and tropical regions, to the Southern Ocean of Antarctica.
The SSI Nudibranch Ecology program provides all that you need to identify common species of Nudibranch.
Upon completion you will receive an SSI Nudibranch Ecology certification card.
COURSE OVERVIEW
The SSI Nudibranch Ecology Specialty program is the perfect way to dive deeper into the fascinating world of nudibranchs—those brilliantly coloured, soft-bodied sea slugs that captivate divers around the world.
Through this program, you’ll learn how to identify different species, understand their unique behaviours, ecological roles, and incredible survival strategies such as chemical defenses and camouflage. This knowledge will enrich every dive, helping you spot and appreciate these often-overlooked marine marvels.
Whether you’re a passionate underwater photographer or a curious marine life enthusiast, this course will open your eyes to a vibrant and intricate world that exists just beneath the surface.
PREREQUISITES
Minimum Age: Open to any age
Academic Sessions: Online learning
Confined Water: N/A
Open Water Dives: N/A
Max Depth: N/A
Time: 3 hours
COST $120
Includes:
Online training
E-card
Dive club membership
Ecology bundle packages
3x Eco specialties $295
5x Eco specialties $375