Research. Medicine. Conservation.

Our mission is to provide sustainable state of the art training, education, diagnostics, and research support for managed care and wild aquatic species. (Photo courtesy David Schricte.)

Education Opportunities

Seminars

Aquatic Animal Health Seminar Series

We host a seminar series that consists of lectures by experts on a variety of aquatic animal topics. Several seminars are scheduled each academic semester and can be attended both in-person at the UF College of Veterinary Medicine and remotely through Zoom.

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College Courses You can take Anywhere

Collegiate Distance Learning Courses

Our program offers courses on aquatic animal health and conservation topics that you can take from anywhere in the world. Get started today by visiting our Distance Learning webpage to find out more if this opportunity is right for you!

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Fun online Learning for Kids

Elementary Online Lessons

Our program has created fun learning videos all about aquatic animals topics to keep your kids/students engaged at home. Optional learning questions accompany these videos. Come and enjoy learning with the Aquatic Animal Health Program!

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Program Initiatives

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Diagnostics

Diagnostics are a crucial part of the animal health puzzle. While some domestic animal diagnostics can be applied to aquatic animals, others require modification and creativity. Our program provides resources that are specifically suited for these aquatic species.

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Research

Our research interests include animal and ecosystem health, conservation, and beyond. We have faculty and graduate students studying a range of aquatic species and habitats in an effort to contribute to new scientific data regarding aquatic animals and habitats.

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Clinical Training and Education

We offer a range of educational opportunities for veterinary students, post-DVM specialty programs, undergraduate and graduate students, and even primary education students.

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Stranding Response

Our program is part of a collaboration with the Southeast Stranding Network. Our team assists with response to sick, injured, or deceased marine mammals and sea turtles. Additionally, these efforts contribute to population and health data of these species in this expansive geographical range.

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Contact Us!

Interested in learning more about our courses or have a question about our program? Click the link below to send us your message! We look forward to hearing from you.

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Our Upcoming Events

Interested in getting involved with our program? We offer a wide range of opportunities such a monthly seminar series, trainings, courses, and more. Visit our events page to see what opportunities we have for you.

Community Extension

Teaching the next generation and you.

Outreach is a key component in our program! We aim to train the next generation of aquatic animal researchers and veterinarians through school visits, festivals, and summer camps. Visit our community outreach page to learn more about our education initiatives.

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IFAS

As part of both the Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences and UF Health, Veterinary Medicine is dedicated to advancing animal, human and environmental health through teaching, research, extension and patient care.

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Animal Hospitals

Need animal care? Visit the UF Small Animal and Large Animal Hospitals. From dogs, cats, birds and exotics to horses, cattle, llamas, pigs and many other large farm or food animals, our experienced veterinarian staff is ready to assist.

Animal Airwaves

Syndicated Podcast

Animal Airwaves

Animal Airwaves is a daily radio series that features one-minute segments relating to animal health, ranging from insights into animal behavior to veterinary patient care breakthroughs and trends.

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