We started the morning by making a research project that we could complete while we picked up trash on the island. We decided to compare the trash density in 3 different areas with different currents and protection due to the atoll.

In the afternoon we dissected 6 lionfish, all of whom were caught by our very own professors. After a little exploration we used the remaining parts to make a ceviche. Although slightly disturbing after having dissected him, still tasted delicious.

We then started packing up and had free time to swim and snorkel. I went for a final snorkel around the patch reefs just off our dock. Thankfully I saw one final trumpetfish during my outting. Again among the branching soft corals camouflaged with his face in the root.