Join the John G. Shedd Aquarium Andros Iguana research expedition from April 29-May 8, 2011.

Join the John G. Shedd Aquarium Andros Iguana research expedition from April 29-May 8, 2011.
Join Shedd biologists on their spring visit to the Bahamas to study the charismatic but endangered Andros Iguana (Cyclura cychlura cychlura).

Since 1999, participants in these research excursions have been instrumental in our ability to collect crucial life history data on this endangered species. This year's participants will capture and tag iguanas alongside Shedd staff and also potentially witness breeding activity and nesting behavior. This species is the only iguana documented to deposit their eggs in termite mounds and this fascinating behavior has only been witnessed personally by a handful of people.

After a hard day's work, we will return to the R/V Coral Reef II, Shedd's comfortable research vessel, to enjoy a ship-cooked meal along with camaraderie and storytelling. Besides long days in the field, participants will also have opportunities to snorkel and swim, visit with local people, and travel to cays never before explored. This iguana research expedition is for anyone with a sense of adventure and a desire to make a difference for wildlife conservation. We've designed a field experience that is exciting, challenging, and entertaining while also safe, accessible, and meaningful. Shedd provides the expertise and equipment, but the volunteers provide the teamwork that makes the project possible.

For more information, please contact Nicole Pierson at iguanaresearch@sheddaquarium.org or view a brochure in PDF format at http://www.sheddaquarium.org/pdf/Iguana_Andros_2011.pdf