Dive into ocean exploration with Reef Rangers, the podcast that uncovers South Florida’s marine wonders! Join Broward County marine biologists as they snorkel vibrant reefs and sail into deep-sea discoveries, revealing incredible creatures, fascinating facts, and real ways to protect our waters.
It’s more than a science lesson—it’s an underwater adventure! Each episode features fun clues before interviews with marine animals, plus humor, storytelling, and interactive challenges. So grab your snorkel and jump in—you never know which sea creature will share its secrets next!
Join Sabrina and the captains for an adventure out to thereef to inspect some potential anchor damage! Just in time for Halloween, the crew uncovers a spooooky tale.
Produced by:
Broward County’s Natural Resources Division (https://www.broward.org/naturalresources/Pages/Default.aspx) and
the Office of Public Communications
1 Sept 2026
Ezra the Elkhorn Coral
Join Sabrina on a nearshore adventure to meet Ezra the Elkhorn coral. This episode explores how coral reefs support marine life, why biodiversity and rugosity are important for healthy ecosystems, and how scientists monitor and protect one of Florida's most threatened coral species. Along the way, learn how sustainable fishing and reef conservation help preserve South Florida's Coral Reef for future generations.
Produced by:
Broward County’s Natural Resources Division (https://www.broward.org/naturalresources/Pages/Default.aspx) and
the Office of Public Communications
1 Aug 2026
Gregory the Goliath
Join Sabrina on a dive to the Lady Luck shipwreck off Pompano Beach in search of Gregory the goliath grouper. This episode explores artificial reefs, apex predators, and how conservation efforts helped bring one of Florida’s largest fish back from the brink of extinction. Along the way, learn how divers and anglers can help protect goliath groupers and the reef habitats they call home.
1 Jul 2026
Luna the Lobster
Join Sabrina for an offshore adventure as she helps remove old lobster “ghost traps” and meets Luna the Caribbean spiny lobster. This episode explores lobster mini season, fishing regulations that protect lobster populations, and the important role reefs play as habitat for these fascinating crustaceans. Along the way, learn how ghost traps harm marine life and what you can do to help keep South Florida’s ocean healthy.
Produced by:
Broward County’s Natural Resources Division (https://www.broward.org/naturalresources/Pages/Default.aspx) and
the Office of Public Communications
1 Jun 2026
Miles the Manta Ray
Join Sabrina on an offshore trip to the Gulf Stream as she helps remove balloons from the ocean and meets Miles the manta ray. This episode introduces ocean currents, filter feeding, and symbiotic relationships, while showing how plastic pollution impacts marine life. Learn how your actions can help protect manta rays and keep South Florida’s waters clean.
Produced by:
Broward County’s Natural Resources Division (https://www.broward.org/naturalresources/Pages/Default.aspx) and
the Office of Public Communications
1 May 2026
Ted, Tim, Tess, Tina, and Tori the tomtates
Join Sabrina for an underwater pier clean-up where she meets Ted, Tim, Tess, Tina, and Tori the tomtates. This episode explores how fish use schooling to find food, avoid predators, and conserve energy, while introducing the unique traits of grunt fish. Along the way, learn how underwater cleanups help protect marine habitats and how you can make a difference for South Florida’s reefs.
Produced by:
Broward County’s Natural Resources Division (https://www.broward.org/naturalresources/Pages/Default.aspx) and
the Office of Public Communications
1 Apr 2026
Fiona the Fireworm
Join Sabrina for a visit to a coral nursery to investigate an unknown predator wreaking havoc on baby corals.
Produced by:
Broward County’s Natural Resources Division (https://www.broward.org/naturalresources/Pages/Default.aspx) and
the Office of Public Communications
1 Mar 2026
Guillermo the Guitar Fish
Join Sabrina on an adventure to survey the reef for tires associated with the defunct Osbourne reef and strike a chord with your imagination with the critter of the day, Guillermo the Guitarfish.If you’d like to learn more about Broward’s Marine Resources program, checkout our website: Broward County’s Natural Resources Division (https://www.broward.org/naturalresources/Pages/Default.aspx).
Produced by:
Broward County’s Natural Resources Division (https://www.broward.org/naturalresources/Pages/Default.aspx) and
the Office of Public Communications
1 Feb 2026
Reef Rangers - Diego the Diadema
Join Sabrina for a dive off Fort Lauderdale Beach to meet Diego the Diadema sea urchin! In this episode, you’ll learn why these spiky reef grazers are so important, how they help coral reefs stay healthy, and what scientists are doing to bring them back. Plus, find out how you can become a citizen scientist and help protect Florida’s Coral Reef!
Produced by:
Broward County’s Natural Resources Division (https://www.broward.org/naturalresources/Pages/Default.aspx) and
the Office of Public Communications
1 Jan 2026
Reef Rangers - Nacho the Nurse Shark
Dive in with Sabrina to meet Nacho the nurse shark at Wahoo Bay! In this episode, we’ll learn what makes sharks special, why Nacho loves to lounge, and how we can help protect his ocean home—all while exploring the underwater world of South Florida’s reefs!
Produced by:
Broward County’s Natural Resources Division (https://www.broward.org/naturalresources/Pages/Default.aspx) and
the Office of Public Communications
1 Dec 2025
Reef Rangers - Lola the Lion Fish
Join Sabrina on a trip to Florida’s Coral Reef in search of Lola the lionfish! This episode dives into the impacts of invasive species, the concept of competition in ecology, and the surprising story of how lionfish ended up in our waters—all while sharing fun facts, ocean adventures, and ways you can help protect South Florida’s reefs.
Produced by:
Broward County’s Natural Resources Division (https://www.broward.org/naturalresources/Pages/Default.aspx) and
the Office of Public Communications
1 Nov 2025
Reef Rangers - Lindsay the Leatherback
Join Sabrina on an offshore adventure to learn about today’s turtle-y awesome critter, the leatherback sea turtle. This episode provides a deep dive on all things leatherback from where you can find them, when the nest, how often they nest, and even cool adaptations like the pineal spot!
Produced by:
Broward County’s Natural Resources Division (https://www.broward.org/naturalresources/Pages/Default.aspx) and
the Office of Public Communications
1 Oct 2025
Reef Rangers - Calypso the Conch
Join Sabrina on a near shore adventure in search of the iconic Queen Conch! This episode introduces us to invertebrates, what it means to be a benthic organism, what an operculum is, and an explanation of the endangered species act.
Produced by:
Broward County’s Natural Resources Division (https://www.broward.org/naturalresources/Pages/Default.aspx) and
the Office of Public Communications
1 Sept 2025
Reef Rangers - Sydney the Starlet Coral
Join Sabrina for a nighttime adventure out on the reef in search of the starlet coral. This episode introduces symbiotic relationships, coral bleaching, and the wonders of coral spawning.
Produced by:
Broward County’s Natural Resources Division (https://www.broward.org/naturalresources/Pages/Default.aspx) and
the Office of Public Communications
25 Jul 2025
Reef Rangers - Fernando the Fiddler Crab
In celebration of International Mangrove Day, celebrated on July 26th each year, join Sabrina on a Kayak tour through the mangroves at Anne Kolb Nature Center in search of the Atlantic mangrove fiddler crab! This episode introduces us to decapods, the different species of mangroves found in South Florida and their importance, courtship rituals in nature, the process of animal molting, and what it means to be an omnivore.
Produced by:
Broward County’s Natural Resources Division (https://www.broward.org/naturalresources/Pages/Default.aspx) and
the Office of Public Communications
1 Jul 2025
Reef Rangers - Patricia the Midnight Parrotfish
Join Sabrina for a swim out to the Dania Erojacks in search of a midnight parrotfish! This episodes introduces the goals of artificial reef structures, the concept of keystone species,metamorphosis, and lots of fun facts about parrotfish.
Next time you want to go fishing, consider one of Broward County's artificial reef structures. If you’d like to take a more hands-on approach to reef conservation, consider joining FDEP’s Friends of Our Florida Reefs Annual Southeast Florida Coral Reef Clean up which occurs each year in July. To find out how you can participate in the reef clean up, head to ourfloridareefs.org (https://ourfloridareefs.org/)
Produced by:
Broward County’s Natural Resources Division (https://www.broward.org/naturalresources/Pages/Default.aspx) and
the Office of Public Communications
11 Jun 2025
Reef Rangers - Barry the Balloon Fish
Join Sabrina on a poppin’ offshore adventure in search of the balloon fish! This episode introduces the concept of adaptations and discusses the pelagic zone, one of the five zones of the water column.
Produced by:
Broward County’s Natural Resources Division (https://www.broward.org/naturalresources/Pages/Default.aspx) and
the Office of Public Communications
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