Greetings, STARFLEET Petfleet members! We are thrilled to announce the launch of our quarterly STARFLEET Academy Challenge, running from February 1st, 2024, to May 1st, 2024. This challenge offers you the opportunity to enhance your knowledge of animals through engaging courses provided by the STARFLEET Academy (Educational Services).

Special Awards for Arachnid Enthusiasts:
For this quarter, explore the fascinating world of Arachnids with courses offered by the College of Invertebrates Biology (COIB). Complete all three courses (IAA-101 through IAA-103) with a Distinction in each before May 1st, 2024, and receive a special Gold certificate. Silver Certificates will be issued for those achieving Honours in each course with Distinction in at least one course. Others will receive a standard SFPet Academy certificate for completing the courses.

It’s Easy to Participate:

1. Visit the Institute of Science (IOSC) website.
2. Navigate to the College of Invertebrates Biology (COIB).
3. Choose the Arachnids (IAA) section to find the following courses:
   1. IAA-101: Arachnids, Part 1
   2. IAA-102: Arachnids, Part 2
   3. IAA-103: Arachnids, Part 3
4.  Enter your results by May 1st 2024 to receive your certificate on the website’s Forms Page.

About Arachnids:
Dive into the captivating world of Arachnids, a diverse group of arthropods with over 100,000 estimated species alive today. Explore subgroups like true spiders (Araneae), harvestmen (Opiliones), ticks and mites (Acarina), and scorpions (Scorpiones). Learn about their unique characteristics and contributions to our ecosystem.

Embark on this educational journey and showcase your commitment to the STARFLEET Petfleet community. We look forward to celebrating your achievements in the fascinating realm of Arachnids!