
EDUCATION
Field Courses
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Typically, two courses are offered during summer:
Limnology of Amazonia
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Biological, chemical, and physical features of the waterways in the Peruvian Amazon
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Applications must be received by: TBD
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Tropical Fish Biology
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Introduction to behavior, ecology, and taxonomy of fishes in the Peruvian Amazon
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Applications must be received by: TBD
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Courses will be open to all students and will be taught in English, regardless of education level or age and will have both classroom and field components. Students will have a chance to sample from three different river systems in the Iquitos region (Rio Amazon, Rio Itaya, and Rio Nanay​).
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COSTS*:
One Course $1250.00
Two Courses $2500.00
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*All inclusive: room (double/triple occupancy with A/C, bathroom and internet, hot and cold running water), washer and dryer, 3 prepared meals a day, boat fees, etc.
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*Cancellations occurring greater than 45 days prior to the class will receive a full refund. *Cancellations occurring between 45 – 30 days will receive a 50% refund.
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*Cancellations occurring less than 30 days will not be refunded
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A $25 processing fee will be deducted from all refunds.
Not included: Airfare
All courses will be taught at the Amazon Research Center for Ornamental Fishes in Iquitos, Peru.