Does the BBFS only do research on sharks?
No. The BBFS has done a wide variety of marine research since it’s inception. Non- shark research has included work with spotted eagle rays, southern stingrays, marine geography & biotope mapping, and many more areas of marine science. See what our Current Research involves. Students wishing to do a project on any of the abundant marine fauna found in Bimini can contact Dr. Samuel Gruber. • What is an average day like at the lab? What can a volunteer expect to do? Volunteers assist in the ongoing research, as well as assisting in the upkeep of the Sharklab facility. Everyday, the staff will have a meeting to determine what work will be done for the day. Teams are then sent out to the field to collect data. All volunteers will receive a variety of experiences during their stay at the Sharklab. See what the current research is at the BBFS, and what is happening At the Lab. • Will I need to share a room at the Sharklab? Volunteers are divided between 4 “staterooms” at the station. Each ro