Join us for a series of eye-opening talks by Park System Naturalists to discover what’s lurking in or near the waters and wetlands of Monmouth County. Presentations are designed to inform the public of current issues, ecology and science research, and to inspire appreciation for the local natural world. Open to adults.
FREE! Here's what's planned:
Skate Fish Along the Jersey Shore
Thursday, April 24 from 7-8 p.m.
Skates are flattened fish related to sharks and rays and live in the waters off the New Jersey coast. The Jersey Shore is home to numerous species of skates, with some populations being found so prevalent along the shore that people often don’t realize they are swimming with skates in the bay and ocean. Discover more about this unique fish that calls the Jersey Shore home.
Horseshoe Crabs in Monmouth County
Thursday, May 22 from 7-8 p.m.
Although the populations of this ancient sea creature have declined a lot in the last several decades, horseshoe crabs can still be found living along the shores of Monmouth County, especially in the spring when they come ashore to mate and lay eggs like they have been doing for over 400 million years. Find out more about this extraordinary living fossil and what you can do to help restore the population of horseshoe crabs to the Jersey Shore.