The Biology of Sea Turtles - Spring 2026

CRN 40987 (3 Units*)

Thurs 5:30 - 8:30PM, Girggs Hall Rm 105

April 2 - May 28, 2026

Join marine biologist and globally recognized sea turtle expert, Dr. Stephen G. Dunbar, for this introductory NSCI course, especially designed for Loma Linda University faculty and staff. Dunbar's extensive research experience on sea turtles from the Caribbean and Indian Ocean allow him to provide first-hand knowledge and experiences in relating many of the course topics.

Learn about the ecology, life cycles and threats to sea turtles around the world. Some of the topics will include basic sea turtle physiology, life cycles, research, and conservation.

See course brochure here.

Link to Non-degree Registration Process here.

Link to Tuition Benefits Allowance Application Form here.

Link to Tuition Reimbursement Application Form here.

Please order these books online to have at the start of the course:

Click on the book image below to order.

Sea Turtles; An WEcological Guide by Gulko and Eckert. 2004. Mutual Publishing.	The Little Guide To Sea Turtles & Sea Turtle Of Honduras by Dunbar, Baumbach, and Salinas. 2026.

Hatchlings in Thailand.	Steve presenting at a conference in Thailand.
Dr. Dunbar is searching for epibionts on a Hawksbill in Roatan, Honduras with interns Tori Bolin and Nellie Covert.	Steve and an intern (Tori Bolin) tagging a previously untagged green turtle in Roatan, Honduras.
Dr. Dunbar and Thai team discussing sea turtle nesting, presence, and protection with Royal Thai Navy personnel on Koh Kram Island.	Dr. Dunbar and one of his Thailand team members at a hatchery talking with the Royal Thai Navy.