Biology

• NOAA Fisheries Species Directory

  Search for species managed by NOAA Fisheries as a starting place to learn about their biology, population, and more.
• Ocean Biodiversity Information System (OBIS)

  Search by a species' scientific or common name to find their taxonomy and geographic distribution.
• IUCN Red List of Threatened Species

  Search the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN)'s Red List to learn about particular species' conservation statuses.
• USGS: Marine Biology and Ecosystems

  Explore surveys, data, and publications about a variety of marine life from the US Geological Survey.
• MarineBio

  Search MarineBio for your species to get entry-level information about it. Use the "Database Search" resources linked under the species' name to find additional information (e.g., PLOS or Scholar).

• How can I cite my sources properly?

  Visit the STEM Library Resource guide to learn more about why citations are important and how to create them.
• APA Style's "References" page

  From the American Psychological Association, view information on basic principles and sample citations for various source types.
• SLCC Student Writing & Reading Center

  The Student Writing & Reading Center is a free resource available to all SLCC students. In-person or online sessions with tutors can assist with understanding assignments, revising writing, comprehending grammar, becoming a better reader, and more.