Each year Shedd staff members head to the Bahamas with a group of volunteers to study West Indian rock iguana populations. The colorful iguanas are impressive, elusive and critically endangered. Shedd’s ongoing iguana research program depends on the support of volunteers – citizen scientists who give 10 days of their time to work side by side with us in the field. Participants in the iguana research expedition come from all over the world, have varied backgrounds, talents and scientific experience, and span generations. The common thread is a desire to have a positive impact, to learn and, of course, to have a great time! Registration is open for our upcoming expedition, March 20-29, 2009. Join us and make a difference!

Posted by Cecelia Ungari, conservation