January 2009 - MARMAM - devlists.uvic.ca

Late registration call for ECS 2009 Istanbul
by mmonachus 22 Jan '09

22 Jan '09

Dear Colleagues, Sorry for cross-posting.... This is the last call for the late registration for the 23rd Annual Conference of the European Cetacean Society to be held in Istanbul, Turkey on 2-4 March 2009. The theme of the conference is Climate Change and Marine Mammals. Before the main conference, on 28 February and 1 March, several exciting workshops are proposed. Please check our website for details and contact the workshop organizers: www.tudav.org/ecs2009 <http://www.tudav.org/ecs2009> . Those who submitted abstracts should have heard from our Scientific Committee. If you have not confirmed to participate the conference, please do so as soon as possible. We are now drafting a program and your abstract may not be included if you haven't sent your confirmation. The deadline for the late registration is next Friday, 30 January 2009. You can register and renew your membership online at ECS website: www.europeancetaceansociety.eu <http://www.europeancetaceansociety.eu/> . You can also register on site at the venue, but it will be more expensive. For hotel reservation, although the deadline for early reservation passed already, you can still find the best rate through our travel agency. For more details, please visit 'Accomodation' in our conference website: www.tudav.org/ecs2009 <http://www.tudav.org/ecs2009>. If you have any questions, please contact ecs2009(a)tudav.org. Looking forward to seeing you soon in Istanbul! Regards, Ayaka Amaha Ozturk Secretary Organizing Committee for ECS 2009 Istanbul

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Close of Early Registration for MMO and PAM courses_March 2009
by Yvonne Miles 22 Jan '09

22 Jan '09

Hi All *Scanning Ocean Sectors – A Marine Mammal Observer (MMO) training company and Joint Nature Conservation Committee – JNCC, recognised course for industry and research.* We have years of research behind the effective training of MMOs with courses adapted to the requirements of the clients, and taught by professionals in their specialised fields. With years of experience in the field of an MMO. *Scanning Ocean Sectors proudly announces that we can get you through every aspect of training and certification to be a seaworthy MMO, with our new additions of UKOOA medicals and BOSIET courses. We are the ONLY course offering the complete package to get your staff to sea as quick as possible! * *Please note that the early registration for the March 2009 MMO and PAM course will close on **26th January 2009*** *This course is booking up quickly so don't leave it late* Please visit our website for more information and to register for all courses *2009 Courses for **UK*** 1. *2009 January UK* January 19th – 21st 3 day MMO course Dates at RNLI College 19th -20th January Date on boat – Strongbow 21st January *Dates at **RNLI** **College** January 22nd -23rd 2 day PAM course * *FULL*** * ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ * *16th – 20th March Safety at sea course RNLI STCW – 95* *Please contact **SOS** regarding this course* * ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ * 1. *March 23rd – 25th UK 3 day MMO course* Dates at RNLI College 23rd -24th March Date on boat – Strongbow 25th March *Dates at **RNLI** **College** March 26th – 27th 2 day PAM course * PLACES AVAILABLE * ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ * 1. *2009 May/June UK (first) 2 courses of MMO and PAM running these months* May 25th – 27th 3 day MMO course Dates at RNLI College 25th -26th May Date on boat – Strongbow 27th May *Dates at **RNLI** **College** May 28th – 29th 2 day PAM course * PLACES AVAILABLE * ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ * * * *1st – 6th June Safety at sea course RNLI* *Please contact **SOS** regarding this course* * ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ * 1. *June 8th – 10th (second) UK 3 day MMO course* Dates at RNLI College 8th - 9th June Date on boat – Strongbow 10th June *Dates at **RNLI** **College** June 11th – 12th 2 day PAM course * PLACES AVAILABLE * ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ * 1. *2009 September UK* September 7th – 9th 3 day MMO course Dates at RNLI College 7th - 8th September Date on boat – Strongbow 9th September *Dates at **RNLI** **College** September 10th – 11th 2 day PAM course * PLACES AVAILABLE * ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ * 1. *2009 October/ November UK (first) 2 courses of MMO and PAM running these months* October 19th – 21st 3 day MMO course Dates at RNLI College 19th - 20th October Date on boat – Strongbow 21st October *Dates at **RNLI** **College** October 22nd – 23rd 2 day PAM course * PLACES AVAILABLE * ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ * *26th – 30th October Safety at sea course RNLI* *Please contact **SOS** regarding this course* * ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ * * * 1. *2009 November UK (second)* November* *2nd – 4th 3 day MMO course Dates at RNLI College 2nd - 3rd November Date on boat – Strongbow 4th November *Dates at **RNLI** **College** November 5th – 6th 2 day PAM course * PLACES AVAILABLE * ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ * * * *2009 Courses for **AUSTRALIA*** 1. *February 2009 **AU** **FULL*** 9-11th MMO Course Boat practical 11th 12-13th PAM Course *--------- --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- * 1. *April 2009 AU* 6th – 7th MMO Course Boat practical 8th 14th – 15th PAM Course PLACES AVAILABLE * ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ * 1. *July 2009 **AU* 6th 7th MMO Course Boat practical 8th 9th – 10th PAM Course PLACES AVAILABLE * ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ * 1. *Nov 2009 **AU* 16th – 17th MMO Course Boat practical 18th 19th 20th PAM Course PLACES AVAILABLE * ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ * 1. *January 2010 **AU* 11th 12th MMO Course Boat practical 13th 14th -15th PAM Course PLACES AVAILABLE * ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ * *SAFETY AT **SEA** COURSE **UK** ONLY* *Dates 2009* *BOSIET **£690*** January FULL February FULL March – wk starting 9th or 30th April - NONE May – 11th June wk starting 15th or 29th July - NONE August - NONE September – 14th October - 5th November - wk starting 9th or 30th December NONE *Please inform us at time of registration (under additional comments) if you wish to addend the BOSIET course as well. We can arrange this for you for only the dates listed above. * *NOTE: make sure you require this course and not the European course, if you require the European course please contact us as we can arrange this course for you.* * ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ * *UKOOA MEDICAL CERTIFICATES **UK** ONLY* *If you require a medical certificate please contact us with details in the registration form (additional information). We can arrange this for you while you are attending the MMO of PAM courses* * ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ * *Note – There are limited numbers for each course so please book early to avoid disappointment.* If anyone is interested in advertising in our newsletter please contact us for the next issue is due out in July 2009 www.scanningoceansectors.org info(a)scanningoceansectors.org -- Yvonne Miles 9 Long Street Point Vernon Hervey Bay QLD 4655 Australia 0431 824 063 mob 07 4124 8320 land line info(a)scanningoceansectors.org www.scanningoceansectors.org

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MARINE MAMMAL STRANDING RESPONSE INTERNSHIP - Spring & Summer 2009
by Cynthia Reyes 22 Jan '09

22 Jan '09

The California Wildlife Center in Malibu, California, seeks applicants for spring and summer internships working with stranded marine mammals. These are part time 8-week internship positions beginning March 15th (spring session) and May 15th (summer session). There is some flexibility of start dates. The internships are unpaid positions and interns are responsible for all housing and travel expenses. It is possible that interns may stay on the premises on a first come - first served basis (a small fee may apply). Must have own transportation and current drivers license. Summary/Program Description: The California Wildlife Center is a non-profit organization dedicated to the rescue, rehabilitation and release of injured, orphaned and sick native wildlife. CWC fulfills this mission through marine mammal rescue, and treatment of avian and terrestrial wildlife in our rehabilitation hospital. This internship will provide an exciting and challenging educational experience in the marine mammal field, while also allowing for additional hands-on experience with other native California wildlife. The interns will be working closely with the Marine Mammal program staff in all aspects of stranding response, including logistics, assessment, capture/restraint, transport to the marine mammal rehabilitation facility (California Wildlife Center does not provide rehabilitation services for marine mammals), and public relations. In addition, interns will provide support to CWC Hospital staff in animal husbandry tasks for avian and terrestrial wildlife. Intern Responsibilities & Qualifications: 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. If the intern intends to receive academic credit, the intern will be responsible for making all arrangements with their educational institutions. Spring internships are 3 days a week, 24 hours per week for 8 weeks. Summer internships are 4 days a week, 32 hours per week for 8 weeks. Due to the unpredictable nature of marine mammal stranding response, interns may sometimes be required to work beyond their normal scheduled hours. Interns must be able and willing to work flexible hours including weekends and holidays. Interns will be required to have good physical strength and the ability to lift/carry 50 lbs. Interns need to have the ability to multitask and work in a fast paced environment. Animal care and/or marine mammal experience is a plus but not required. Under supervision of Marine Mammal staff, duties will include: * Answering and responding to all calls, pages and messages concerning marine mammals in a timely and courteous manner * Assessing stranded marine mammals * Coordinating and leading responder team in the capture and handling of stranded marine mammals needing medical attention * Coordinating transport of stranded marine mammals to the rehabilitation facility * Completion of NMFS Level A data sheets. Maintaining detailed database records of Malibu strandings, including reports of stranding, human interaction issues, etc. * Assist with marine mammal necropsy and sample collection * Ensuring marine mammal-designated equipment is kept in clean working order * Maintaining good rapport with representatives of various public agencies Application Process Interested individuals must send the following: * Letter of intent (please indicate which session [Spring or Summer] you would like to apply for) * Resume * Two letters of reference Submit the above items via regular mail or email (preferred) to: California Wildlife Center Attn: Cynthia Reyes P.O. Box 2022 Malibu, California 90265 Email: Cynthia(a)californiawildlifecenter.org If you would like to find out more about our Organization, please visit our website at http://www.californiawildlifecenter.org

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PhD opportunity - seal behaviour
by s.d.twiss＠durham.ac.uk 22 Jan '09

22 Jan '09

Dear Marmamers, We wish to announce the following PhD studentship opportunity. PROJECT TITLE: The ontogeny of personality in grey seals (Halichoerus grypus). SUPERVISORS: Dr. Sean Twiss (Durham University) Dr. Patrick Pomeroy (SMRU, University of St. Andrews) FUNDING: This project is in competition for funding from various sources (UK research councils, Durham Doctoral Fellowships, charitable trusts). Success will depend on the quality of applications received, relative to those for competing projects. APPLICATION DEADLINE: 15th of February 2009 APPLICATION PROCEDURE: see below, or via the following link: http://www.dur.ac.uk/biological.sciences/research/groups/eco_env/studentshi… rtunities/#funding PROJECT BACKGROUND: It is now widely recognised that non-human animals have personalities, defined as individual behavioural differences that are consistent over time and/or across contexts. Recent studies have demonstrated the existence of personalities in a remarkably broad range of taxa from mammals to molluscs. Such personality traits have been shown to be heritable and therefore subject to selection, with potentially significant impacts on individual fitness. However, as yet the vast majority of studies of personality in non-human species have been restricted to laboratory studies, and there have been many recent calls for research that examines the ecological relevance of personality in natural systems. This studentship will capitalise upon an existing long term study of individual variation in behaviour and reproductive performance in the grey seal to ask if maternal and offspring (pup) behavioural types (personalities) are correlated, and to examine the role of early personality type on social relationships in weaned pups. The main objectives of this studentship will be: (1) To test for correlations between maternal and offspring indices of behavioural type. (2) To test whether offspring behavioural type is predicted by maternal behavioural type or maternal and/or pup state (body condition) and whether this differs for male and female pups. (3) To examine ontogenetic changes in pup behavioural types during lactation and beyond weaning. (4) To examine the impact of behavioural type on the social behaviour of male and female weaned pups within the breeding colony. The project will involve extensive field based behavioural observations of individually identified grey seals at breeding colonies around the UK combined with novel in-field quantitative experimental tests of individual personality. Candidates will require the ability to conduct prolonged field work in isolated and harsh conditions as part of a small field research team. Candidates should demonstrate a capability for planning and implementing structured field observations and behavioural experiments. An understanding and appreciation of behavioural and evolutionary ecology is essential, and experience in multivariate statistics is desirable. TRAINING: The student will gain extensive training in field behavioural observation, compilation and maintenance of photo-ID database, spatial data manipulation and analyses within a GIS, statistical analyses (including quantifying personality and social associations), organisation of fieldwork logistics and safety in remote, isolated locations. The student will present work at national and international conferences. APPLICATION PROCEDURE: To take advantage of all funding possibilities, applications must be received by (or on) the 15th of February. All applications for postgraduate study must be made online via the Graduate School at http://www.dur.ac.uk/postgraduate/apply/. In addition, a full CV and covering letter (detailing your reasons for applying for the project) should be emailed to Dr Sean Twiss at s.d.twiss(a)durham.ac.uk If you have any further questions about the School, the University or the application process you should, in the first instance, contact Ashley Graven, Research Administrator in the School of Biological and Biomedical Sciences. Email: ashley.graven(a)durham.ac.uk Telephone: +44 (0)191 334 1200 Ashley Graven Research Administrator School of Biological and Biomedical Sciences Durham University South Road Durham DH1 3LE UK STUDYING IN DURHAM: Information about the School of Biological and Biomedical Sciences can be found on our website http://www.dur.ac.uk/biological.sciences/ Information about the postgraduate community and the University as a whole can be found on the web pages http://www.dur.ac.uk/postgraduate/ and http://www.dur.ac.uk/about/. ====================================== --------------------------------- Dr. Sean Twiss, Lecturer in Behavioural Ecology, Zoology Degree Route Coordinator, School of Biological and Biomedical Sciences, South Road, The University of Durham, Durham, DH1 3LE, UK. E-mail: s.d.twiss(a)durham.ac.uk Web-site: http://www.dur.ac.uk/s.d.twiss/ Tel: +44 (0)191 334 1350 (office) Tel: +44 (0)191 334 1247 (lab) Fax: +44 (0)191 334 1201 _________________________________

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Post jobs at fundywhale.blogspot.com
by ArtFundy 22 Jan '09

22 Jan '09

Greetings: http://fundywhale.blogspot.com seem to be gaining a following here along the east coast (Canada/US). If you have job postings or relevant posts about right whales, humpbacks, fins, etc. etc in our area, please feel free to email them to: artmackay.fundywhale(a)blogger.com <mailto:artmackay.fundywhale@blogger.com> I will post them if they fit. Art MacKay

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Petersburg Marine Mammal Center Internship Opportunity
by Jeff Reynolds 21 Jan '09

21 Jan '09

Petersburg Marine Mammal Center Internship Opportunity Located in Petersburg, Alaska’s Little Norway, this project takes place on Mitkof Island in the heart of the Tongass National Forest. Petersburg is also known as the Whale Research Capital of Alaska because of the many world renown marine mammal researchers who use Petersburg as a base of operation. PMMC is a non-profit organization formed in 1998 to “assist research efforts and be a depository for information on research and sightings of marine mammals in Southeast Alaska”. We have a small center located in the Viking Travel Building Which is on Main Street in downtown Petersburg. The center is manned by interns during the summer months and the Board of Directors carries out the functions of PMMC year-round. This intern program allows students the opportunity to earn college credit while learning about marine mammals and serving the public. Indoor exhibits, including an interactive computer kiosk, focus on marine mammal life history and distribution. Two interns will be working at the Center staggered shifts for seven days out a week where the work includes, but is not limited to: · Staff the Center during open hours. Manage operations, sales and petty cash. · Interpret Alaska marine mammal information for Center visitors and public. · Assist and help coordinate where possible with researchers using center. · Prepare/deliver Alaska marine mammal presentations to visitors and small groups. · Facilitate community outreach and public education of Alaska marine mammals. Project Duration Two 8-10 week Intern positions are available beginning mid-June through August 31st. Accommodation The volunteer will be accommodated in Forest Service housing near the center of town, making it easy to access to the community and to the Center. Internship Requirements · must be in an internship program through an accredited university · physically fit · desire to gain skills in the environmental education field · interested in working with visitors · possess an interest in working on small projects for the Center · possess a positive attitude! Compensation Travel (contingent/negotiable) to and from Petersburg to Seattle or Anchorage, lodging, and $300/ month (taxable stipend). Occasional trips to observe marine mammals and other trips with Board of Directors tour operators on a space and time available basis. Other perks are included in the prospectus. Application Procedure and Deadline Applications deadline is February 28th, 2009 and successful applicant(s) will be notified by March 15th, 2009. Internship Prospectus and Application PDF can be downloaded from the PMMC Website: http://psgmmc.org/pages/involved/internships.html Please address all questions to the center at info(a)psgmmc.org Jeffrey Reynolds 6620 Michaels Dr. Bethesda, MD 20817 301.469.8562 jeff(a)siphonophore.com

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Marine Mammal and Sea Turtle Rehabilitation Internships
by Shannon Prendiville 21 Jan '09

21 Jan '09

Rehabilitation Internship Program The University of New England's Marine Animal Rehabilitation Center is currently accepting applications for our summer Marine Animal Rehabilitation Internship Program. We are looking for highly motivated, dynamic candidates who will work closely in a team setting with staff and volunteers to assist with all aspects of veterinary care and husbandry of sick and injured seals, cetaceans and/or sea turtles. Other responsibilities include but are not limited to: Daily care of animals, transport and/or field response to live/dead marine animals, water quality testing, maintenance of daily food and medical records, necropsy, education/docent tours and computer entry of data. An internship project (to be discussed/assigned by staff) will be completed during the internship program. These positions are unpaid and interns are required to find their own housing and transportation. Interns should expect to be scheduled to cover weekday shifts, as well as nights, weekends and holidays. The ideal candidate should be mature and motivated, and possess a strong work ethic and excellent observational and communication skills. Application requirements: College Sophomore, Junior or Senior (recent graduates may also apply) Minimum GPA 2.5 Transcript (unofficial copy acceptable) Two Letters of Recommendation Letter of Intent Letter of Intent Should Include: Qualities that you will contribute to our program Your goals and objectives in participating in our program ** Successful completion of internship includes presentation of project at the end of internship term. Application Deadline: March 1 Summer Internship: May - September* * Internship dates are flexible around school schedules and can be discussed upon acceptance to program. All applications will be reviewed. Qualified applicants will be contacted for a phone interview. Submit applications/ inquiries to: Anne Watson Volunteer/Internship Coordinator Marine Animal Rehabilitation Center University of New England 11 Hills Beach Road Biddeford, Maine 04005 awatson(a)une.edu

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Rehabilitation advice on mysterious Grey Seal (Halichoerus grypus)
by Seal Sanctuary 21 Jan '09

21 Jan '09

Hello, We, at the Irish Seal Sanctuary (www.irishsealsanctuary.ie) a centre that provides shelter, treatment and rehabilitation for marine wildlife found in distress on Ireland's coastline, are seeking help within the MARMAM community with a male, grey seal (*Halichoerus grypus*) come to be known as "Ebony". Ebony came to the sanctuary on the 12th of October, 2008, at a mere 11.44 kg, with an intact white coat covered in, with what appeared to be, oil stains. Subsequent analyses of said contaminants proved inconclusive. Upon admission to the sanctuary, Ebony was put on a course of injectable Marbocyl for one week. For the next month, nothing out of the ordinary was apparent with Ebony's rehabilitation. As time progressed, however, Ebony became less and less active. Two weeks into his rehabilitation, Ebony was completely inactive, in need of constant heat as he was unable to thermoregulate. Attached are the results of Ebony's bloodwork, drawn in October 2008, at the University College Dublin's (UCD) Veterinary Hospital. According to our corresponding veterinarians at UCD, everything seems to be within normal ranges, with slightly high Amylase and Lipase readings. Fecal samples and x-rays were also taken, both of which provided little insight to Ebony's condition, according to the tests run Ebony is normal. Following an external veterinarian's recommendations, Ebony was put on a course of anti-inflammatory drugs (Norocarp) and antibiotics (Noroclav). Ebony was also kept well hydrated, being tube fed fluids twice daily. This, however, elicited no change. Ebony has also been administered treatments of "Vecoxan", "Lepto1" and "Ivomec". Ebony's access to water was also increased. We started Ebony on 1 x 1 hour bath per day in a standard sized bath tub. Immediately thereafter, Ebony's activity improved. He began to twirl and swim around his pool, however, more geared towards using one side of his body than the other. He is equally as uncoordinated in the water as he is out of it. Out of the water, Ebony is better able to hold his head up, and attempts to drag himself around his kennel. What would normally take a normal seal 10 seconds to reach, takes Ebony about 10 minutes. We are unaware whether Ebony's condition is muscular or neurological. Ebony has not endured any severe head trauma since he has been at the sanctuary. There was little evidence of such an injury upon his admission either. At present, Ebony is unable to get in, or out, of any bath unaided. It appears Ebony may have hit a plateau physically. Despite increased access to water (2 x 1 hour baths per day for the past month), he has progressed little . He remains quite uncoordinated, rolling on his side when he is unable to make his way for a feed. We are currently concerned Ebony may be gaining weight faster than he is able to manage. We have reduced his food intake to 1 kg of herring per day, divided into two feeds. He currently weighs 27.58 kg. All of us at the sanctuary fear there is little else we can provide for Ebony's welfare. Within the past week, Ebony was able to roll himself into a corner, locking his head into a 90 degree angle, cutting off his air supply, subsequently bringing him close to death (or so he appeared). We are desperately seeking out any further treatments which may enable Ebony to finally be released, or, if all else fails, long term accommodation. If anyone in the MARMAM community has any experience or recommendations, we remain very eager to hear them. Sincerely, Tyler Jordan Irish Seal Sanctuary An Clochan, Tobergregan Dublin County, Ireland +353 (0) 1 853 4370 www.irishsealsanctuary.ie *Haematology Results: * PCV - 42% HgB 155g/L RBC 4.17x 10^12 MCHC 373 g/L MCV 99.7 Fl MCH 37.2 pg Platelets 792 x 10^9 WBC 9.79 x 10^9 Neut M 6.07 x 10^9 (62%) Neut B 0.59 x 10^9 (6%) Lym 1.08 x 10^9 (11%) Mono 1.76 x 10^9 (18%) Eos 0.29 x 10^9 (3%) *Biochemistry Results:* Protein 69.7 Albumin 37.1 g/L Urea 18.8mM/L Creat 69 micromol/L ALT 27 U/L AP 195 U/L AST 39 U/L GGT 30 U/L CPK 121 U/L Lipase 105 U/L Amylase 782 U/L Glucose 3.3 mMol/L Cholesterol 4.88 mM/L Bilirubin 4.9 microMol/L Calcium 2.99 mMol/L Sodium 147.3 mMol/L Potassium 3.63 mMol/L Chloride 98.0 mMol/L Magnesium 0.97 mMol/L

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Mozambiquan dugong conservation
by CDSWhale 21 Jan '09

21 Jan '09

Ken Findlay, Almeida Guissamulo and I have recently completed an 18 month study of what we think is the last surviving 'viable' population of dugongs in the Western Indian Ocean. The study involved aerial surveys, sea grass mapping and a final Population Viability Analysis. Although we intend publishing this work, we thought some might be interested in reading the final report, in it's entirety. DUGONGS (DUGONG DUGON) OF THE BAZARUTO ARCHIPELAGO, MOZAMBIQUE The final report is available as a PDF from me. It's pretty long, about 85 pages and gigs, so I'll wait a few days and send to all those who requested in one shot. Vic Cockcroft Centre for Dolphin Studies Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University info(a)dolphinstudies.co.za

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Master of Research in Marine Mammal Science - University of St Andrews
by Sonja Heinrich 21 Jan '09

21 Jan '09

One-year research Master's course in Marine Mammal Science We are now accepting applications for the 2009/10 entry into the Master of Research (MRes) course in Marine Mammal Science based at the University of St Andrews in Scotland. This is a unique, one-year postgraduate course intended to prepare students for a professional career in marine mammal research and conservation. The programme is tailored to address the scientific challenges of marine mammal physiology, behaviour and population biology with strong components of analytical methodology, laboratory work, and field study. The course is being taught by members of the Sea Mammal Research Unit (SMRU) and the School of Biology, with some modules jointly organised with CREEM (Centre for Research into Ecological and Environmental Modelling). Applications for the upcoming academic year (starting September 2009) must be received by Wednesday 15th April 2009. For further information on the course, entry requirements and how to apply see http://bio.st-andrews.ac.uk/mms/. Please direct all enquiries to email: mresmammals(a)st-andrews.ac.uk postal address: MRes MMS Secretary, School of Biology, Gatty Marine Laboratory, University of St Andrews, St Andrews, Fife, KY16 8LB, UK http://www.smru.st-and.ac.uk/ http://www.st-andrews.ac.uk/ http://creem2.st-andrews.ac.uk/ The University of St Andrews is a charity registered in Scotland: No SC013532

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