Swamp Secrets: Cathy Sakas on the Okefenokee's Mysteries

In this captivating episode of the award-winning Tybee Island Marine Science Podcast, host Jessica Leigh Lebos introduces Cathy Sakas—an accomplished marine scientist and naturalist with a deep connection to the Okefenokee Swamp. --- Listen as Cathy shares her profound expertise on the Okefenokee, one of North America's largest and most unique wetlands located on the Georgia-Florida line. The discussion delves into the swamp's unique ecosystem, including its diverse wildlife, carnivorous plants, and the critical issue of mining threats that loom over this pristine wilderness. --- Through personal anecdotes and professional insights, Cathy paints a vivid picture of this ecological treasure and the ongoing efforts to protect it. Learn more about the voices and topics in this episode: TAP HERE to meet Cathy Sakas Gray's Reef National Marine Sanctuary Follow Tybee Marine Science on Instagram What's happening at Tybee Island Marine Science Center Resources: Become a MEMBER Volunteer at Tybee Island Marine Science Center Partnership and Donation Opportunities Proudly produced by Dee Daniels Media Podcast Network