Hammerhead at Alligator Reef

 Students from Mainz, Germany were treated to an amazing sight as they snorkeled above a Hammerhead shark at Alligator Reef this week. This graceful creature cruised along the ledge for several minutes, giving the students a great photo op and a tale to tell back home. (photos by F Wagner; videos by A Dadak)

Lead by Dr. Bernhard Lieb, zoology professor at the University of Mainz, 21 students participated in a 2-week long field class exploring the habitats of South Florida.This was Dr. Lieb's 3rd visit to KML, where his students focused on the marine ecology of the Keys, learning to identify its various creatures.