Marine Biology

The study of organisms in marine and fresh-water environments.

Resources in this category:

American Zoo and Aquarium Association
http://www.aza.org/

Association that "represents virtually all professionally run zoological park, aquarium, oceanarium, and wildlife park in North America." This site offers links and information concerning a diverse range of topics associated with zoological parks and aquariums, for the professional as well as the public. It includes a photo gallery and information about AZA events and zoos and aquariums in North America.

Association for Tropical Biology and Conservation
http://www.atbio.org/

"The Association for Tropical Biology and Conservation(ATBC) was founded in 1963 to promote research and to foster the exchange of ideas among biologists working in tropical environments. The ATB has built its reputation on the publication of a high-quality, widely-cited journal, Biotropica, and on the sponsorship of international symposia on diverse tropical issues. Through the Clifford Evans Fund and reduced subscription for scientists in developing countries, ATB actively encourages the participation of all tropical biologists." Site includes publication information, meeting info which includes calls for papers and awards, membership information, aa complete listing of all members, and a page of links to useful resources.

Conchologists of America
http://www.conchologistsofamerica.org/home/

Conchology is the study of the shells of land, freshwater, and marine mollusks, and includes scientific study to hobby collecting. Conchologists of America study and make information about shells available in the form of articles, publications, and conventions/events. Great links including FAQs about shells and collections of informative articles.

Ocean Voice International
http://www.ovi.ca/

"Ocean Voice International works for harmony between people, marine life and the environment. It is environmental, humanitarian and global in its concerns. Ocean Voice works through education, training, research, appropriate technologies and partnerships."