The MARCO Ocean Conservation Work Group is hosteda webinar with a featured presentation by Dr. Susan Barco, followed by an audience Q&A discussion. During the presentation, Dr. Barco will highlighted recommendations from the Sea Turtle Chapter of the Regional Wildlife Science Entity Science Plan.
With over 30 years of experience at the Virginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center, Dr. Susan Barco played key roles in the Stranding Response, Research & Conservation Programs. Her expertise spans sea turtle and marine mammal ecology, fishery interaction, and conservation. An author/co-author on 50+ scientific publications, Dr. Susan Barco now serves as a consultant for environmental monitoring and protection of marine species. Since July 2022, she has been the Sea Turtle Subcommittee Lead for the Regional Wildlife Science Collaborative for Offshore Wind (RWSC).