Marine Biologist

Marine Biologist

David Aldridge

Southampton, UK

Male, 25

After doing an undergraduate degree in marine biology, I'm now doing a marine biology PhD in the UK at the National Oceanography Centre, Southampton. I love what I do, but, contrary to popular belief, very few marine biologists actually swim with dolphins or spend their days scuba diving. In my spare time I edit a blog on marine science. Below is a link to a blog post I wrote on why I dread telling people I'm a marine biologist. I recommend that you check it out!

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Last Answer on January 23, 2013

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Hello, I had a few questions about what you think about Orca captivity in general, also could you please tell me how many orcas get captured each day and how many are currently in captivity. Thank you.

Asked by Mia almost 8 years ago

 

I have been accepted to 2 different master's programs for marine biology and am having a hard time picking one. The College of Charleston in SC or Hawaii Pacific University. I am not sure which holds more prestige and which I should pick.

Asked by Drew0888 about 7 years ago

 

I have been looking everywhere, I have called several libraries, scoured the internet and am reaching out to marine biologists; no one is able to tell me how thick a great white shark's skin is. I know a whale shark's is 10 cm and all about denticles

Asked by Joseph R about 6 years ago

 

What are your daily tasks as a marine biologist?
What sort of education was required?
What do you like/dislike about the job?
Do you work as an individual or are you on a team?
What led you to decide you wanted to be a marine biologist?

Asked by Will I Am over 10 years ago

 

Can I get your thoughts on whales in captivity? I was looking for an unbiased opinion especially since watching the documentary "Blackfish." Is there any good reason why "Whales should be kept for entertainment purposes?"

Asked by Felecia about 10 years ago

 

I'm not exactly sure if this is part of marine biology, but i have to write a paper on Fish Estuaries so i was wondering if you could explain what it is, and why it is important

Asked by Camille about 6 years ago

 

What does a typical day look like for you? How do you use math in your career? Do you like your career (why or why not)? How hard would you say your job is on a scale of 1 to 10 with 10 being the hardest? Thanks! I want to be a Marine Biologist.

Asked by Audrey over 10 years ago