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Our free, Friday public tours are led by our wonderful crew of ocean-loving docents, and visitors will learn about ongoing marine and coastal science research at Bodega Marine Laboratory and its history on the Sonoma Coast.
Although the vast majority of ocean animals lack a backbone, the striking diversity of marine invertebrates living along our coastline in California is often underappreciated. Scientists at Bodega Marine Laboratory (BML) have been studying these intriguing and important animals for over 60 years.
On her first day of graduate school, Karolina Zabinski rose at 4:00am. She spent the day on the muddy shores of Tomales Bay, collecting eelgrass for a survey of aquatic plant diseases. These ribbon-like seagrasses are common along the California coast and form knee-high meadows that undulate in the water.
Science Meets The Sea
California’s coastal regions are a cornerstone of its economy and cultural identity. However, evolving challenges like climate change and resource extraction demand innovative, cross-disciplinary solutions. The UC Davis Coastal and Marine Sciences Institute, with its premier facilities and strategic location, is uniquely equipped to address these issues, forging vital partnerships to ensure the sustainable management of our invaluable coastal and marine resources.
Major Developments
Our Marine and Coastal Science Major emphasizes the interdisciplinary nature of marine sciences and hands-on experiences as interns or researchers.
Coastal Connections
Undergraduates can spend a Summer Session or 9 days before Fall Quarter studying on the coast in exciting, integrated courses taught at the Bodega Marine Laboratory.
Our Spaces, Your Science
Visiting researchers can utilize on-site reserve, laboratory, library and housing resources at the Bodega Marine Laboratory and Reserve.
