January 2007 - MARMAM - devlists.uvic.ca

New paper about Bottlenose Dolphins and fish farms
by Bruno Diaz 05 May '07

05 May '07

Dear All, The following paper is now available. PDF reprints are available upon request (contact email: B_D_R_I(a)yahoo.com) THE IMPACT OF A FISH FARM ON A BOTTLENOSE DOLPHIN POPULATION IN THE MEDITERRANEAN SEA. Bruno Díaz López, Luca Marini & Federico Polo. Thalassas, An international Journal of marine sciences. Vol 21 (2), 2005. ABSTRACT The increasing presence of aquaculture in coastal waters calls for a better understanding of its environmental effects. Despite a number of studies focusing on the impact of aquaculture on marine mammals, the interaction between common bottlenose dolphins (Tursiops truncatus) with fish farms has been the subject of few investigations. In this paper we report the results of our research on the interaction between bottlenose dolphins with a fish farm on the Sardinian coast (Italy) from 1991 to 2004. We divided the study area latitudinally into two sections: southern (Gulf of Olbia) and northern (Gulf of Congianus). In the southern section in November 1995 the plant of a small fish farm was completely increased and transformed. Data were pooled into two periods (1991 to 1994 and 1999 to 2004). All years but 2003 were sampled. During the first and second research periods the same land-based searches were conducted under fair to excellent weather conditions. A total of 255 sightings were carried out in over 1320 hours of research of dolphins: in the first period 52 sightings were recorded in 517 hours of research, in the second period 203 sightings were realized in 803 hours of research. The presence of bottlenose dolphins changed dramatically between the two research periods. Observations of dolphins indicate that they are mainly present in the southern area during the second period. The preference for the southern section seemed to be consistent after the transformation of the fish farm, since 1995. Keywords: bottlenose dolphins, aquaculture, fish farm, marine mammals, Sardinian coast Best regards, Bruno Díaz López Bottlenose Dolphin Research Institute www.geocities.com/B_D_R_I B_D_R_I(a)yahoo.com V.Diaz 4 Golfo Aranci (SS) Italy tel: 00 39 346 0815414 --------------------------------- Yahoo! Messenger with Voice. PC-to-Phone calls for ridiculously low rates. --------------------------------- Get amazing travel prices for air and hotel in one click on Yahoo! FareChase

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Summer 2007 Seal Rehabilitation Internships
by Marine Animal Lifeline 23 Feb '07

23 Feb '07

Summer 2007 Seal Rehabilitation Internships The Marine Animal Lifeline in Portland, Maine is seeking applicants for its summer internship positions with stranded neonate and weanling harbor seals. The Marine Animal Lifeline is a non-profit organization dedicated to rescuing, rehabilitating and releasing orphaned, ill and injured marine mammals. PROGRAM DESCRIPTION & DUTIES: The operation of Marine Animal Lifeline relies heavily on the contribution of its interns. The positions will involve working under the Veterinary Technicians to provide the best possible care to the animals under rehabilitation. The interns will have a leadership role in the rehabilitation team, in addition to the responsibility for a number of support tasks. These positions will offer the intern dynamic educational and career experience in the marine mammal field. Intern duties may include, but are not limited to the following: - Preparing daily animal diet. - Cleaning of work areas. - Assisting in the feeding, cleaning and daily operations of the rehab area. - Assisting with veterinary examinations and treatments. - Assisting with rescues and releases of marine mammals. - Assisting in the taking and processing of X-rays. - Assisting with blood handling and collection. - Assisting with necropsies. - Updating medical and laboratory records and logs. - Maintaining veterinary and rehab supplies and equipment. - Other duties relating to Marine Animal Lifelines goals and missions as required. REQUIREMENTS: This is a 12-week, full-time (40 hours per week) internship. There are two different summer internship opportunities available. The first opportunity involves working with neonate harbor seals from May 20th through August 11th. The second opportunity involves working with weanling harbor seals from July 1st through September 22nd. Several openings are available within each of these internship opportunities. Marine Animal Lifeline is an extremely busy rehabilitation facility, and the animals often require late-night or overnight care. Interns will be on a rotating schedule, to include both opening and closing shifts. The Internship is open to all applicants at least 18 years of age or older. Undergraduate students and non-students alike are encouraged to apply. Interns must be able and willing to work long, flexible hours including weekends, holidays and nights. Interns will be required to have fair physical strength and be in good health. Successful applicants will have leadership skills, or the ability to learn proper leadership skills quickly. Interns need to have the ability to multitask and work in a fast paced environment. Previous animal care and/or marine mammal experience is a plus but not required. If the intern intends to receive academic credit, they will be responsible for making all of the arrangements with their educational institutions. The internship is an unpaid position and interns are responsible for all travel and housing expenses. APPLICATION PROCESS: Only those who meet the internships requirements need apply. Interested individuals must send the following: - Letter of intent- including reasons for interest in the internship and preference to either the May start date or July start date (neonates vs. weanlings). - Resume - 3 References Submit the above items through one of the following ways: 1. Email: levans(a)stranding.org (via PDF file or MS Word) 2. Ground mail: Marine Animal Lifeline c/o Lisa Evans P.O. Box 621 Portland, ME 04104 3. Fax: (207)-541-1936 The application submission deadline is March 1st and selection of applicants will be completed by March 15th. If you have any further questions, contact Lisa Evans at (207) 773-7377, Ext. 414 or email at levans(a)stranding.org If you would like to learn more about the Marine Animal Lifeline, visit our website at www.stranding.org

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Job opportunity
by Tomo Eguchi 31 Jan '07

31 Jan '07

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Reviewers sought — polar bear document
by Gene Buck 31 Jan '07

31 Jan '07

Colleagues: I'm seeking volunteers for an expert panel to review and provide comments on a 5-page short report for Congress that I have completed, discussing the recent proposal to list polar bears as threatened species under the U.S. Endangered Species Act. Abstract: "Polar bears depend on an Arctic sea ice habitat, which some believe is threatened by climate warming causing an earlier thaw and later freeze of coastal sea ice. The Fish and Wildlife Service has proposed listing polar bears as threatened species under the Endangered Species Act, acknowledging the increasing threats to their existence. Although this listing decision must be solely based on the best available scientific and commercial information, some are concerned that an ESA listing might have extensive economic impacts, since federal agencies are required under the ESA to ensure that anything they authorize or fund that might affect polar bears would not jeopardize the survival of these bears or their sea ice habitat." I'm seeking reviewers who are able to review this short report and return comments to me no later than March 1, 2007. I'm looking for individuals who can help me better define the various positions on issues presented, clarify factual background on these issues, and identify additional issues of concern. If interested in being considered for this review panel, please e-mail me a few sentences stating briefly your qualifications for serving on this expert panel. I anticipate selecting about 8-10 individuals to serve on this panel who are relatively current on marine mammal/ polar bear issues and represent a spectrum of constituencies and interests. I will provide the text for review via snail mail, and would like to receive your comments either via fax or e-mail. I can also provide a copy for review via fax to those where snail mail may result in significant delay. Thanks to all who have participated on my expert panels in the past; your continued and excellent critiques of my products have been extremely beneficial to Congress! Gene Buck, Specialist in Natural Resources Policy Congressional Research Service gbuck(a)crs.loc.gov

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New Right Whale Article
by caretta05＠aol.com 31 Jan '07

31 Jan '07

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Marine Interpretation Workshops
by Deborah Benham 31 Jan '07

31 Jan '07

Dear all I'm interested in finding out how many people would like to take part in and/or attend a workshop on "Interpretation in the Marine Environment and Training of Marine Interpreters and Guides", at the ECS conference in Spain (April 2007) and at the 5th International Coastal & Marine Tourism Congress in Auckland, New Zealand (September 2007). WDCS are involved in developing interpretative materials and talks for visitors to our Scottish wildlife centre, our 'Out of the Blue' whale watching holidays and for whale and dolphin watching boats. We are also developing a training programme for marine interpreters, starting with a small pilot scheme in Scotland with our residential and local volunteers. I'd be interested in organising a workshop to share ideas on marine mammal education and interpretation, and particularly on training educators/interpreters/guides. There was a really useful workshop session at the SMM conference in San Diego on 'Taking Conservation to the Public: Strategies for Getting the Message Out There' and it would be great to follow on from some of the ideas presented during that workshop. I know there's lots of expertise out there and it would be great to bring some of that expertise together. If you think you would be interested in presenting at this workshop or just attending and sharing your ideas and experiences, either in Spain or in Auckland, please email me at deborah.benham(a)wdcs.org If there's enough interest we will go ahead and organise these workshops. Please also forward this message to anyone else who you think might be interested. Many thanks Deborah Dr Deborah Benham Project Officer, Dolphin Space Programme Whale and Dolphin Conservation Society DSP PO Box 5890 Forres IV36 1WY Tel: (+44) 7921 106144 Website: DSP ~ www.dolphinspace.org <http://www.dolphinspace.org> WDCS ~ www.wdcs.org <http://www.wdcs.org> The Dolphin Space Programme is an accreditation scheme for wildlife tour boats in the Moray Firth, Scotland. It is overseen by a steering group comprising VisitScotland, the Wildlife Tour Boat Operators' Society, the Whale and Dolphin Conservation Society, the Northern Constabulary, Grampian Police, The Highland Council, Inverness Harbour Trust, the Maritime Coastguard Agency and Scottish Natural Heritage.

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Re: [MARMAM] [south_sa] 'Seal finger' case
by pieter.van.der.wal＠accenture.com 30 Jan '07

30 Jan '07

Hi there and Hello to whom it may concern... My name is Pieter van der Wal, I was privileged enough to be the medic for 3 expeditions, to Marion Island, Gough Island and Antarctica respectively. Please bear in mind that these expeditions where a few years back and that I am no longer in the medical practice and am not current at this stage. There is very little information in your mail as to exactly how the infection looks, and how it was acquired (bite, cut?) As well as what the infection looks like. (pus, swollen, etc) But I have run into similar type infections in my time on the expeditions. And I would suggest the following as a start. If the wound is severe: Move over to an stronger penicillin based antibiotic (ampliclox ) or a combination of ampicillin and cloxacillin and gentamicin for a 1 week period maximum. Combine this in with very regular wound coverings with a salve mix consisting of a iodine base salve mixed liberally with honey. The honey acts as a osmosis catalyst and quite literally "sucks" the infection out. I would suggest you begin with washing the wound regularly in normal saline solution with a weak cleaning solution added to it. Then the wound dressing as described at least every 2 hours for the first 2-3 days. (dependant on the severity and reaction of the wound) Tapering the regularity of the dressing off over the next 7- 10 days, also dependant on the severity and reaction of the wound If the Wound is Extremely severe: Then I suggest you start the patient off with mefoxin (if you have the drug, and the patient is not adverse to it) Then continuing with the prescribed antibiotics mentioned above and of course the wound dressings also as mentioned. You can get more information on the use of the treatment of severe Skin and soft-tissue infections at the web site below. And Always remember to check your patient for sensitivities to the drugs Before you administer them. http://jmm.sgmjournals.org/cgi/content/full/53/1/51 you can get more information on Mefoxin at: http://www.rxlist.com/cgi/generic2/cefoxitin_ids.htm And I cannot stress this enough, get some guidance (inclusive passing this info on for confirmation) from a land based Medical practitioner (MD), preferably someone with experience in drug resistant severe soft tissue infection. But trust me on the wound dressing, it has quite literally saved a few appendages in my past. I sincerely hope this helps and please feel free to update me on the condition of your charge. You may reach me at any of the below mentioned e-mail addresses and cell number. 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Recycling equipment
by William Rossiter 30 Jan '07

30 Jan '07

What do you do with your old but faithful research equipment, either when the work is done or you get something newer? Gone digital, upgraded your GPS, radio, data recorder, or laptop? This post is to request that you consider the potential for that equipment to end up in the hands of a scientist who needs but cannot afford such equipment, perhaps a research project in a developing country. The very broad range of equipment to be considered would include almost anything that works faithfully and can be shipped at reasonable expense. Recently Cetacean Society International sent a 2002 GPS unit to Columbia's Fundacion Omacha, to help researchers study Amazon River dolphins. A Nikon FM2 with appropriate lenses may be enroute to Trinidad shortly, to assist a dolphin population study, if we can talk an unrealistic young woman out of an extremely expensive digital outfit she saw recommended on MARMAM by someone who must have a fat contract. In some cases the equipment's fair market value may become a tax deduction from CSI for the US donor, if ownership and value can be established. If you are interested please contact CSI with a realistic and detailed description of your stuff, but send nothing. There are many caveats with this concept, and we don't have any more room in our closets either. Ideally, CSI will try to validate the request, attempt to link the request with a donor, establish that the stuff will work at the destination, and perhaps facilitate the shipping. Again, send nothing but an email to start the process. Thank you, Bill William W. Rossiter President Cetacean Society International P.O.Box 953, Georgetown, CT 06829 USA ph 203-770-8615, fx 860-561-0187 rossiter(a)csiwhalesalive.org www.csiwhalesalive.org

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New publications week 02+03
by Jan Herrmann 30 Jan '07

30 Jan '07

Dear all, here are some new publications of weeks 02 and 03 / 2007, which haven't been announced on MARMAM earlier AFAIK. By clicking the following link you are guided to a website, where the following references are linked to their according journal homepages. There you can find abstracts and contact information: http://www.mmbib.com/news.html Please do not contact MARMAM, the MARMAM editors or me for reprints. Thank you. Thanks to all of you who sent in reprints to be included in the weekly announcements. Kindest Regards, Jan Herrmann CETACEA Howard, C. and E.C.M. Parsons (2006): Attitudes of Scottish City Inhabitants to Cetacean Conservation. Biodiversity and Conservation 15(14): 4335-4356. Loseto, L.L. et al. (2006): Segregation of Beaufort Sea beluga whales during the open-water season. Canadian Journal of Zoology 84(12): 1743-1751. May-Collado, L. and D. Wartzok (2007): The freshwater dolphin Inia geoffrensis geoffrensis produces high frequency whistles. The Journal of the Acoustical Society of America 121(2): 1203-1212. Rankin, S. et al. (2007): Patterned burst-pulse vocalizations of the northern right whale dolphin, Lissodelphis borealis. The Journal of the Acoustical Society of America 121(2): 1213-1218. Rotstein, D.S. et al. (2007): Gastric leiomyoma in a free-living Atlantic bottlenosed dolphin (Tursiops truncatus). The Veterinary Record 160(4): 130-131. Simon, M., M. Wahlberg, and L.A. Miller (2007): Echolocation clicks from killer whales (Orcinus orca) feeding on herring (Clupea harengus). The Journal of the Acoustical Society of America 121(2): 749-752. Stewart, R.E.A. et al. (2006): Bomb radiocarbon dating calibrates beluga (Delphinapterus leucas) age estimates. Canadian Journal of Zoology 84(12): 1840-1852. Fischer, M.S. (2007): Marine Mammals: Evolutionary Biology. Journal of Zoological Systematics and Evolutionary Research 45(1): 88. PINNIPEDIA Fujii, K. et al. (2006): Seroepidemiological survey of morbillivirus infection in Kuril harbor seals (Phoca vitulina stejnegeri) of Hokkaido, Japan. Japanese Journal of Veterinary Research 54(2-3): 109-117. Goldstein, T. et al. (2006): Infection with a Novel Gammaherpesvirus in Northern Elephant Seals (Mirounga angustirostris). Journal of Wildlife Diseases 42(4): 830-835. Holt, M.M. and R.J. Schusterman (2007): Spatial release from masking of aerial tones in pinnipeds. The Journal of the Acoustical Society of America 121(2): 1219-1225. Kirkwood, R. et al. (2006): At-sea movements and habitat use of adult male Australian fur seals (Arctocephalus pusillus doriferus). Canadian Journal of Zoology 84(12): 1781-1788. O'Corry-Crowe, G. et al. (2006): Demographic independence along ecosystem boundaries in Steller sea lions revealed by mtDNA analysis: implications for management of an endangered species. Canadian Journal of Zoology 84(12): 1796-1809. Thompson, P.M. et al. (2007): Assessing the potential impact of salmon fisheries management on the conservation status of harbour seals (Phoca vitulina) in north-east Scotland. Animal Conservation 10(1): 48-56. Weise, M.J. and D.P. Costa (2007): Total body oxygen stores and physiological diving capacity of California sea lions as a function of sex and age. Journal of Experimental Biology 210(2): 278-289. OTHER MARINE MAMMALS Kellogg, M.E. et al. (2007): Chromosome painting in the manatee supports Afrotheria and Paenungulata. BMC Evolutionary Biology 7(1): 6. -- --> jan.herrmann -at - cetacea.de

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SEACR MARINE RESEARCH INTERNSHIPS SUMMER 2007
by UVic Whale Lab 29 Jan '07

29 Jan '07

SEACR MARINE RESEARCH INTERNSHIPS SUMMER 2007 The Society for Ecological and Coastal Research - SEACR - is a non-profit organization, established in 1998, dedicated to scientific research on the ecology of nearshore marine systems. SEACR is sponsoring several longterm ongoing research projects on gray whale ecology in Clayoquot Sound, British Columbia, Canada. The projects are organized and run by the Whale Research Lab of the University of Victoria, Victoria, British Columbia, Canada (http://www.geog.uvic.ca/whalelab/) INTERNSHIPS Enthusiastic individuals with a keen interest in nature and science are invited to discover the challenges of marine field research along Canada's coastal rainforest through SEACR's Marine Research Intern Program! MRIP is a volunteer program where Research Interns assist experienced and dedicated marine biologists and ecologists with their field research. Through MRIP, Research Interns will live and work at a remote research field-station in the coastal rainforest of Clayoquot Sound, British Columbia, to aid researchers with ongoing field research related to coastal and marine ecology. Internships are offered on a competitive basis, at cost and provide invaluable exposure to boat based field work, the Pacific coastal ocean environment, marine mammal research, intensive training and mentoring in marine ecology, and encouragement to work and play hard! We are currently recruiting to fill 4 three week and 2 week Marine Research Internships (MRIP) for the 2007 Summer. These are full-time positions running durring June 4 until Aug 18, 2007. There is no deadline to apply. However, approved applications are accepted on a first-come, first serve basis. Apply early! QUALIFICATIONS This internship is an excellent opportunity for an individual working toward a career in marine science to gain practical experience in the field. Ideal candidates possess a personal interest in marine ecology and a commitment to conservation research. Marine research is difficult and challenging work, so being a Research Intern is not for everyone! Those who wish to participate in MRIP must be in good physical health, especially free of back and leg injuries, as the field hours (in the boat and in the lab) can be long - though very satisfying! This is not a program that certifies individuals in field research. It is, however, an experience that delivers a unique opportunity for education, development of field ecology research skills, travel, and enjoyment of wildlife. THE RESEARCH ENVIRONMENT Flores Island is the home of the Ahousaht First Nations peoples and is nestled in world-famous Clayoquot Sound, in the Pacific Coast rainforest. Flores is an excellent place to learn about marine ecology and the study of nature. Along with learning field and technical skills during the course of work, when the opportunity arises Research Interns may engage in informal talks with graduate students, take hikes along the Wild Side Trail, have beach campfires, and interact with the Ahousaht First Nations peoples. Professors from the University of Victoria, local scientists and previous MRIP researchers will be frequent visitors to the field research station. Flores Island's natural beauty, sandy beaches, and abundant wildlife will keep you enthralled. Being here is the experience of a lifetime. APPLICATION PROCESS & COSTS To qualify as a candidate for the MRIP, see the preaplication process on our website: http://www.geog.uvic.ca/whalelab/seacr-application.html The internship costs stated below include accommodations three meals per day at the research station where interns and research staff live together and are responsible for cooking and cleaning duties. Rooms are shared. Cost does not include transportation to and from the research camp on Flores Island, personal items, or special dietary requirements. A non-refundable deposit is required upon acceptance to MRIP. Three week Internship - $ 2500 Cdn Four week Internship - $ 3000 Cdn If you are interested in applying for a position, please see the details of our application process on our website http://www.geog.uvic.ca/whalelab/seacr-application.html Questions regarding the MRIP application or internships can be directed by email to: whalelab(a)mail.geog.uvic.ca **************************** Laura Joan Feyrer Director Society for Ecological and Coastal Research P.O. Box 35052 Victoria, British Columbia CANADA V8T 5G2 whalelab(a)mail.geog.uvic.ca

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