Course Description: Join the SSI Manta and Ray Ecology specialty program and you will learn how to dive with rays and recognize different ray species. You will be taught how rays contribute to healthy ocean ecosystems and why these precious animals need our protection. Upon completion, you will earn your SSI Manta & Ray Ecology Specialty certification.

Minimum Age: 10 years

Course Format: This course is completed 100% online through the SSI website or MySSI App. Complete at your own pace. There is an optional review session available hosted over Zoom for students who are interested. Review time can be modified to fit student needs. 

Suggested Time to Complete: 3-6 hours

All Courses in the Ecology Specialty Series:
*Shark Ecology
*Marine Ecology
*Coral Identification
*Sea Turtle Ecology
*Marine Mammal Ecology
*Manta & Ray Ecology
*Fish Identification

Courses can be purchased individually, or five courses can be purchased together in a bundle.