June 2008 - MARMAM - devlists.uvic.ca

Re: [MARMAM] pinniped capture nets
by Jana Jeglinski 25 Jun '08

25 Jun '08

Dear all, > > I am looking for companies producing capture nets for pinnipeds (sea > lions). > Does anybody know an alternative to Fuhrmann Diversified (flexinet) ? > > > Thanks and all the best > > Jana Jeglinski > >

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DISTANCE SAMPLING WORKSHOP - CALIFORNIA - EARLY BIRD PRICING ENDS JUNE 30
by Mark Herzog 24 Jun '08

24 Jun '08

Please note that the early bird prices will end on June 30. We are filling up, and only 10 spots (and only 3 student discounts) are available. Please contact us soon, if you are interested in attending. ################################################################################ DISTANCE SAMPLING WORKSHOP / NORTH AMERICA, September 14-17, 2008, Marconi Conference Center, Marshall, California -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- This fall, PRBO Conservation Science will host an Introductory Level Distance Sampling Workshop in scenic coastal California, about an hour north of San Francisco. This will be the first workshop offered by the Centre for Research into Ecological and Environmental Modelling workshop in North America in over 2 years. The workshop instructors will be Drs. Steve Buckland, Len Thomas, and Tiago Marques. Over 3.5 days, we will focus on "conventional" distance sampling methods, as described in the standard reference book Introduction to Distance Sampling (book will be provided). The workshop will be a blend of theory and practice and participants will learn how to use the program Distance. Participants are encouraged to bring their own data sets, and can expect to do some preliminary analyses. The instructors will discuss the application of distance-based analysis to a variety of taxa (terrestrial and marine) and survey methods (point counts and line transects). -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- PLEASE NOTE: We are currently offering a 10% early bird discount on the cost of the workshop. In order to make this workshop happen we need 25 registered participants by June 30, 2008. If you are interested in attending, but cannot make this deadline, please contact Mark Herzog at mherzog(a)prbo.org<mailto:mherzog@prbo.org> or 707-781-2555 x308 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- For information on the course and how to register, please visit: http://www.prbo.org/cms/487 ################################################################################ The Marconi Conference Center (www.marconiconference.org<http://www.marconiconference.org>) is located in West Marin, on the shore of Tomales Bay. It is an all inclusive conference center situated in some of the most beautiful country in California. ################################################################################ -=-=-=-=-==-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- Mark Herzog, PhD Co-Director, Informatics Division PRBO Conservation Science 3820 Cypress Drive #11 Petaluma, CA 94954 707-781-2555 x308 (office) 707-765-1685 (fax) web address: www.prbo.org<http://www.prbo.org/> and data.prbo.org/cadc/<http://data.prbo.org/cadc/> email: mherzog(a)prbo.org<mailto:mherzog@prbo.org>

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Call for proposals on Marine mammalogy
by Christopher Cederroth 23 Jun '08

23 Jun '08

Call for proposals on Marine mammalogy The Swiss Cetacean Society - SCS is a non-profit organisation devoted to the preservation of cetaceans in their natural habitat. To favour the protection of cetaceans, the SCS provides logistic support such as material, research platforms and eco-volunteers, who are participants for field work on research projects. These members are highly motivated individuals with education and skills in the field of marine mammal biology. Since 1997, the SCS has participated to 7 international research programs, organized more than 180 scientific expeditions for an equivalent of more than 1’000 working days, recruiting and educating more than 1’000 volunteers. Projects are evaluated by the SCS scientific committee composed of biologists from various fields. The SCS invites for proposals (in English only) for field-based research on cetacean and sirenian biology, ecology and conservation. Scientists, conservation agencies, and any other private or public institution - from any nationality or regional area - involved in research and conservation are eligible to apply. Typical SCS field-based projects concern, e.g.: - Censing - Photo-identification - Bio-acoustic recordings - Faeces and skin sample collection - Assessment of anthropogenic impact on cetaceans Please contact the SCS secretariat (scs1(a)vtxnet.ch) to obtain the research grant application and conditions. Deadline for submissions: the 30th of October 2008. =================================================================== Swiss Cetacean Society - SCS A concept for the protection of marine mammals scs1(a)vtxnet.ch www.swisscetaceansociety.org SCS is a non-profit NGO providing services to the marine mammal research and authorities ===================================================================

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New papers available on Delphinus in New Zealand waters
by Stockin, Karen 23 Jun '08

23 Jun '08

Dear MARMAM The following publications detailing common dolphins in New Zealand waters are now available: Stockin, K.A., Pierce, G.J., Binedell, V., Wiseman, N. and Orams, M.B. (2008) Factors affecting the occurrence and demographics of common dolphins (Delphinus sp.) in the Hauraki Gulf, New Zealand Aquatic Mammals 34 (2): 200-211 Meynier, L., Stockin, K.A., Bando, M.K.H. and Duignan, P.J. (2008) Stomach contents of common dolphin (Delphinus sp.) from New Zealand waters New Zealand Journal of Marine and Freshwater Research 42: 257-268 PDF requests available from Karen Stockin at k.a.stockin(a)massey.ac.nz<mailto:k.a.stockin@massey.ac.nz> ========================================= Karen A Stockin Research Officer Coastal - Marine Research Group Institute of Natural Resources Massey University Private Bag 102 904 North Shore MSC New Zealand Tel: + 64 9 414 0800 Ext 41127 Fax: + 64 9 443 9790 Cell: + 64 21 146 5511 Email: k.a.stockin(a)massey.ac.nz<mailto:k.a.stockin@massey.ac.nz> http://wildlife/research/common_dolphin/common_dolphin.asp =========================================

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suggestions needed on spotting scopes for marine mammal observation
by michael cotrone 20 Jun '08

20 Jun '08

Hello all, We're doing land-based research of marine mammals, and are interested in using a spotting scope for observation. If anyone has any experience with spotting scopes, or has used spotting scopes to observe marine mammals, suggestions on brands and models would be much appreciated. Thank you, Michael Cotrone Allied Whale Intern College of the Atlantic

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Job Announcement: Tenure-Track Associate Professor/Assistant Professor In Aquatic Mammal Ecology and Conservation
by Dr Gray A. Williams 19 Jun '08

19 Jun '08

THE UNIVERSITY OF HONG KONG in collaboration with OCEAN PARK CONSERVATION FOUNDATION HONG KONG Founded in 1911, The University of Hong Kong is committed to the highest international standards of excellence in teaching and research, and has been at the international forefront of academic scholarship for many years. Of a number of recent indicators of the University's performance, one is its ranking at 18 among the top 200 universities in the world by the UK's Times Higher Education Supplement. The University has a comprehensive range of study programmes and research disciplines, with 20,000 undergraduate and postgraduate students from 50 countries, and a complement of 1,200 academic members of staff, many of whom are internationally renowned. Building on Hong Kong's international status and its mission to serve China, the University offers an intellectually-stimulating and culturally-rich academic environment, with attractive remuneration packages. Tenure-Track Associate Professor/Assistant Professor In Aquatic Mammal Ecology and Conservation (Ref.: RF-2007/2008-599) Applications are invited for appointment as Associate Professor/Assistant Professor in The Swire Institute of Marine Science, Faculty of Science from July 1, 2008 or as soon as possible thereafter, on a three-year fixed term contract, with consideration for tenure after satisfactory completion of a second three-year contract. Applicants should possess a Ph.D. degree with a strong background and publication record in the field of aquatic mammal ecology and conservation. The appointee is expected to develop a vigorous and independent research program and have a commitment to excellence in undergraduate and graduate teaching. A track-record of publications in international journals is essential. Research start-up funds will be available. The appointee will be based at The Swire Institute of Marine Science, information about which can be found at http://www.hku.hk/swims/index.htm. He/She will also act as a Research Advisor to Ocean Park Conservation Foundation Hong Kong and contribute to their research, conservation and education programmes. Details about Ocean Park Conservation Foundation Hong Kong can be found at http://www.opcf.org.hk/eng/index.asp A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered. The appointment will attract a contract-end gratuity and University contribution to a retirement benefits scheme, totaling up to 15% of basic salary, as well as leave, and medical/dental benefits. Housing benefits will be provided as applicable. For enquiries of the existing research activities and the specific job requirements, please write to Dr Gray A. Williams, Honorary Director (e-mail: hrsbwga(a)hkucc.hku.hk) Further particulars and application forms (272/302 amended) can be obtained at https://www.hku.hk/apptunit/; or from the Appointments Unit (Senior), Human Resource Section, Registry, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong (fax (852) 2540 6735 or 2559 2058; e-mail: senrappt(a)hkucc.hku.hk) Closes August 20, 2008. Candidates who are not contacted within 4 months of the closing date may consider their applications unsuccessful. The University is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to a No-Smoking Policy

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Photo-ID Software
by Jeff Adams 19 Jun '08

19 Jun '08

Recent MARMAM post: "I have searched for programs on google and read sevral papers to see if there are any other programs available. Finbase appeared to be the best but is not available and is also specific to their study area and research vessles etc." FinBase is available (http://www.chbr.noaa.gov/FinBase/) and the underlying database structure and Visual Basic for Applications (VBA) code of FinBase can be modified to accommodate photo-ID research on a variety of species in any location. -- Jeffrey D. Adams Environmental Researcher/GIS Specialist Center for Coastal Environmental Health and Biomolecular Research (CCEHBR) USDOC/NOAA/NOS/NCCOS 219 Fort Johnson Road Charleston, SC 29412-9110 (843)762-8604 Jeff.Adams(a)noaa.gov

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Second call for volunteers for humpback whale work in Australia
by Michael Noad 18 Jun '08

18 Jun '08

This is a second and final call for applications from volunteers to help with fieldwork on the effects of noise on humpback whales from 20 September to 19 October, 2008. The work will take place during the whales' southward migration along the Australian east coast and is funded by the Australian Centre for Applied Marine Mammal Science (ACAMMS). The fieldwork will take place at Peregian Beach, approximately 140km north of Brisbane. Peregian sits on the migratory corridor of the east Australian humpback whale population of around 11,000 whales. This will be a large, multi-disciplinary study of the passing whales during their southward migration and include controlled exposure experiments (CEEs), the deployment of DTAGs, the collection of behavioural and positional data from a land station, the acoustic recording and tracking of singers using an array of hydrophone buoys moored offshore, and the boat-based collection of photo-IDs, biopsies and blow mucus samples. This will provide willing volunteers with excellent experience in a wide variety of disciplines including acoustics, photo ID, tagging and biopsy collection. Volunteers should be available for the entire four week study. You will be responsible for your transport to and from Peregian Beach, but once there, we will provide accommodation and food. The project will suit young scientists with interests in humpback whale behaviour, behavioural ecology, acoustics and communication. Successful applicants will have a mature attitude towards marine mammal research and be able to live and work constructively with others in a team. Preference will be given to those who have a degree in biology, marine science, or veterinary science, and who have previous relevant marine mammal field experience Applicants should send an email introducing themselves to Michael Noad mnoad(a)uq.edu.au, Becca Dunlop r.dunlop(a)uq.edu.au and Melinda Rekdahl mlrekdahl(a)gmail.com. The email should include an outline of why you would like to work on this project, your qualifications and previous experience. Please also attach a brief CV including the contact details of two relevant referees. Applications will be accepted until 27 June and places will be offered soon after this to allow you time to make travel arrangements. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Michael Noad BVSc PhD Lecturer Veterinary Anatomy Cetacean Ecology and Acoustics Laboratory School of Veterinary Science University of Queensland St Lucia, Qld 4072, Australia Ph. (07)3365-2088 Mob. 0416-270567 Fax. (07)3365-1255 Email mnoad(a)uq.edu.au ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

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Volunteers required for humpback whale research at Norfolk Island
by Peter Garbett 18 Jun '08

18 Jun '08

From: "Adrian Oosterman" <carmel_adrian(a)hotmail.com>Subject: [MARMAM] Volunteers required for humpback whale research at Norfolk IslandTo: <marmam(a)lists.uvic.ca>Subject: Volunteers required for humpback whale research at Norfolk IslandApplications are sought from volunteers to assist with fieldwork on cetaceans, with emphasis on humpback whales, from 23 August to 14 November, 2008. The twelve (12) week survey will take place during the 2008 southbound migration of humpback whales past Norfolk Island.Continuing on from annual surveys conducted at Norfolk Island since 2003, the 2008 program will be the most extensive to date. The majority of data shall be collected from land stations, however some vessel-based work will be conducted. Work will involve documenting numbers, position and behaviour of humpback whales, as well as data relevant to observations of other cetaceans. The survey will also entail vessel-based photo-ID, acoustics and slough skin collection.Ideally, volunteers are sought for the entire survey but those who can commit to a lesser albeit extended period will also be considered. You will be responsible for your transport to and from Norfolk Island. Accommodation and food will be provided, however, a nominal contribution to food costs will be welcomed. Although the survey will benefit from those who possess experience with cetacean research, training will be provided to those with a genuine interest in the marine environment. Survey equipment is far from complicated, indeed those who can use binoculars and VHF hand-held two-way radios will find themselves well qualified for the task. Significantly, a mature approach to working and living with a team of dedicated researchers for an extended period is of greater consequence. One caveat though, previous surveys from Norfolk Island have shown that occasionally several days may pass with no cetaceans sighted. Applicants should send an introductory email to Adrian Oosterman carmel_adrian(a)hotmail.com or Peter Garbett cetalfauna(a)hotmail.com Applications will be considered as they are received but will close on 12 July. For those interested, cetacean species recorded in Norfolk Island waters by the survey team include humpback, minke and pygmy killer whales, as well as bottlenose and short-beaked common dolphins. Anecdotal and whaling records suggest additional species.~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~Adrian Oosterman Norfolk Island Whale Survey PO Box 143, Scarborough, Qld 4020, AustraliaPh. +61 7 3038 8131 Mob. +61 418 984 324Email carmel_adrian(a)hotmail.com ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~Peter Garbett Norfolk Island Whale Survey 1010 Beenleigh-Redland Bay Road, Carbrook, Qld 4130, AustraliaMob. +61 421 152 667Email cetalfauna(a)hotmail.com ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ _________________________________________________________________ Never miss another e-mail with Hotmail on your mobile. http://www.livelife.ninemsn.com.au/article.aspx?id=343869

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Job Opening: Staff scientist, Alaska and Arctic Protection
by Carolyn Kurle 18 Jun '08

18 Jun '08

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