January 2009 - MARMAM - devlists.uvic.ca

Marine Mammals Ashore 2005 - New price
by Lounsbury, Valerie 20 Jan '09

20 Jan '09

Marine Mammals Ashore: A Field Guide for Strandings, 2005 edition -- Now available for $25 + shipping and handling Marine Mammals Ashore: A Field Guide for Strandings, 2nd edition (J.R. Geraci and V.J. Lounsbury) was published in 2005 by the National Aquarium in Baltimore, Baltimore, MD. The current price, including shipping and handling, is as follows: U.S. or Canada - $33 (2-5 days); other countries - $43 (6-14 days). Bulk orders ($250 per box of 12 plus shipping and handling) are also available. Go to http://www.aqua.org/research_marinemammalsashore.html for additional information and a link to the order form. Thank you, Valerie Lounsbury Science Resource Manager National Aquarium in Baltimore Biological Programs 501 East Pratt Street Baltimore, MD 21202-3194 410-986-2327 410-576-1080 (fax) vlounsbury(a)aqua.org<mailto:vlounsbury@aqua.org> ________________________________ Important Notice: This electronic mail transmission may contain confidential or privileged information. As such, if you believe you have received this message in error, please notify the sender by reply transmission and delete the message without copying or disclosing it.

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Course Announcement - Dolphin Research Center
by Emily Guarino 19 Jan '09

19 Jan '09

Dolphin Research Center, a not-for-profit research and educational organization, would like to announce a summer course in Cognitive and Behavioral Marine Mammal Research. The program is a seven-day, in-depth, hands-on immersion into the field of marine mammal science. The course material surveys a wide-range of knowledge, theories and ongoing research concerning dolphins. By working with staff on DRC research studies, students gain a greater understanding of dolphins' cognitive abilities and social behavior, as well as deeper insight into research concepts and methodology. Seminar Topics & Focused Activities Include: Review of Dolphin Anatomy & Physiology, Physiological Research, Research Project Design, DRC's Current Research, Marine Mammal Cognition, Research Law Requirements, Behavior & Ecology, and Research in Acoustics & Communication. Hands-On Activities Include: Assisting research staff in conducting current cognitive research sessions, learning and conducting observation sessions, participating in additional research activities. Cost: The cost of the course is $1700.00 (US). Tuition includes all seminars, activities, meals and lodging Dates: 6/20/09 - 6/26/09 or 8/22/09 - 8/28/09 For more information please visit http://www.dolphins.org/dolphin_lab_campAdult_careerFocused.php <http://www.dolphins.org/dolphin_lab_course_dates.php> , or contact us at 305/289-1121 x 225 or <mailto:education@dolphins.org> education(a)dolphins.org. DRC Publications: Jaakkola, K., Fellner, W., Erb, L., Rodriguez, A. M., & Guarino, E. (2005). Understanding the concept of numerically "less" by bottlenose dolphins (Tursiops truncatus). Journal of Comparative Psychology.

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Distance sampling workshops August 2009, University of St. Andrews
by Eric Rexstad 19 Jan '09

19 Jan '09

The Centre for Research into Ecological and Environmental Modelling (CREEM) is hosting two linked workshops in the summer of 2009 in our purpose-built facilities at the University of St Andrews, Scotland. The aim of these workshops is to train participants in the latest methods for design and analysis of distance sampling surveys, including line and point transects. The workshops are taught by leading researchers in the field, using industry-standard software. The first workshop (18-21 August) will run at an introductory level, and will focus on "conventional" distance sampling methods, as described in the standard reference book / Introduction to Distance Sampling./ The workshop will be a blend of theory and practice and participants will learn how to use the program /Distance./ Participants will gain a solid grounding in both survey design and methods of analysis for distance sampling surveys. The advanced distance sampling workshop (24-28 August) will include advanced treatment of: incorporating covariates in detection function modelling, analyses in which detectability on the transect line is not assumed to be perfect (the so-called g(0) problem), automated survey design, advanced stratified survey analysis, advanced trend analysis, and adaptive survey designs. New for 2009, we are adding two days to the workshop to discuss density surface modelling; a model-based inference procedure that provides estimates of abundance using predictor variables that may influence where animals a located within the study region. Density surface modelling will be performed using a new version of Distance (Distance 6). The aim of this workshop is to bring participants up to date with the latest developments in distance sampling methods and software. It is also an opportunity for those actively engaged in the design, analysis and execution of distance sampling surveys to discuss common issues and problems, and set future research directions. The workshop will be a combination of lectures and computer sessions, with considerable time for discussion. For both workshops, participants are encouraged to bring their own data sets, and can expect to do some preliminary analyses with their data. Computer sessions take place in our modern computer classroom (attached to the seminar room); participants can use our computers or bring their own laptop computers. Additional details regarding the workshop can be found at our website http://www.ruwpa.st-and.ac.uk/distance.workshops/workshop_overview2009.html -- Eric Rexstad Research Unit for Wildlife Population Assessment Centre for Research into Ecological and Environmental Modelling University of St. Andrews St. Andrews Scotland KY16 9LZ +44 (0)1334 461833 The University of St Andrews is a charity registered in Scotland : No SC013532

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Marine Mammal Observers Course March 2009
by Yvonne Miles 19 Jan '09

19 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. *Please note that the early registration on the March course will**** close soon * ** *Registration will close two weeks before course starts. * NOTE – There will be *ONLY ONE MMO COURSE IN MARCH 2009 * * ** WE are now running Passive Acoustic Monitoring courses for MMOs * * * *March PAM course is 26th & 27th 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 *Note * *When you register for a course the course prices will be sent directly to you* *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 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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SEEKING RESEARCH ASSISTANTS IN ICELAND
by chiara bertulli 18 Jan '09

18 Jan '09

SEEKING RESEARCH ASSISTANTS IN ICELAND BACKGROUND Faxaflói Bay is a bay facing Reykjavík city where daily tours are arranged to spot feeding Minke whales, white-beaked dolphins, Humpback whales and harbour porpoises. Reykjavik Whale-watching Company is running whale-watching trips since 1998, with special interest in all whales visiting the bay. The company is member of Green Globe 21 and tries to fulfil environmental standards as well as certain whale-watching guidelines. Since 2007, the Company started as well a Research project aiming to: - recognize individually minke whales and white-beaked dolphins photographed - investigate the distribution of minke whales and dolphins in association with underlying environmental variables - study the breathing patterns - analyse the feeding behaviour of minke whales and data collected on associated bird species - analyse the relation between the presence of whales, environmental variables and boat traffic CONDITIONS Research will begin on the last week of April and will extend to the end of August 2008. I am seeking 2 research assistants (mid April-end August) to assist with the collection of behavioural data on Minke whales and white-beaked dolphins in Faxaflói Bay, Reykjavík, Iceland. (Photo-id pictures and breathing rates will be occasionally collected also for Humpback whales). Because of the training required, applicants must be willing to commit to the project a minimum of two months. Applicants willing to participate for the whole working period will be given preference. Two whale-watching motor vessels will be used as research platform: Elding and Hafsúlan each approx 30 m long. The project will cover accommodation and lunch during the working hours. Living space is located on a former fishing boat in the old harbour, with 1 double and 3 single rooms, bathroom, kitchen, living room and internet access (25 square metres); 10 min walking distance to the city centre. Volunteers will have to cover all travel and personal expenses on their own. DUTIES Applicants should be ready to work long hours(08:00 to 16.00 or to 20.00 hours depending on weather conditions) and be expected to participate in the following duties: - collect behavioural data on cetacean sightings - data entry for cetacean sightings - photo-identification work/fin matching Applicants should: have a strong background in Marine biology-Oceanography, with knowledge and experience of marine mammal behaviour and/or sea birdshave previous field experience, photo-identification skills and ability to stand long working days, sometimes in rough sea conditionsbe computer literate with a working knowledge PC operating system and proficiency with MS Word and MS Excel. Familiarity with software including MS Access and Photoshop is very helpful. Possibility to bring your own Laptop is much preferred be enthusiastic, hard-working, team oriented, able to share small living space on boardbe adaptable, flexible and patient as fieldwork is highly weather dependent have good English language skillsbring your own digital camera, binoculars and GPS(useful but not a pre-requisite) If interested or got queries, please contact me sending: - CV or resume(please include also dietary choice for planning purposes: i.e. carnivore, vegetarian, vegan, etc.) - details of your availability - contact details of two referees - a brief description of yourself including your interest in marine mammals and what you hope to gain from this experience Chiara Bertulli Marine biologist/Research Coordinator c/o Reykjavík Whale-watching Company Ægisgardur 7 101 Reykjavík www.elding.is University of Iceland Biology Department Náttúrfræðahús/Askja Sturlugata 7 101 Reykjavik Iceland e-mail:cgb1@hi.is mobile:+354-8618307 Skype : chiara.giulia.bertulli

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Marine Wildlife Volunteers required
by CBMWC 16 Jan '09

16 Jan '09

Cardigan Bay Marine Wildlife Centre, New Quay, Wales www.cbmwc.org <http://www.cbmwc.org/> Marine Wildlife Volunteers required Are you planning a career in the marine environment or conservation volunteering is a great way to develop skills and gain essential experience! Enthusiastic volunteers needed to help with our ongoing research, education and interpretation programmes concerning the marine wildlife of Cardigan Bay. We primarily study the bottlenose dolphins through photo-identification, and also monitor harbour porpoise and Atlantic grey seal populations. Volunteers play a vital role in the Cardigan Bay Marine Wildlife Centres work. The centre relies on the generous help of volunteers to undertake its work and greatly appreciates your time. We welcome people with all sorts of skills to offer, and enthusiasm is as valued as experience, since training is provided. This is a fantastic opportunity for you to make a positive contribution to marine wildlife conservation and to gain knowledge and experience of the species and habitats in Cardigan Bay. It can be a great chance to gain experience of field work, research methods and public awareness and education programmes, gain essential skills for a career in the environment or conservation and meet people who share your interests. If you have any specific skills or experience such as in website creation, fundraising, the media, DIY skills, exhibition, interior or graphic design and would like to help with project development, please contact us. We also welcome undergraduate and postgraduate students who need boat support and office space to conduct their research projects. Please contact us to discuss whether your project ideas are feasible. For further information To find out more about the Cardigan Bay Marine Wildlife Centre and what activities you would be involved in visit www.cbmwc.org <http://www.cbmwc.org/> , email volunteer(a)cbmwc.org or call Sarah on 01545 560032. Volunteering at CBMWC Desired skills An interest in wildlife and conservation is most important, along with enthusiasm and willingness to work in a conscientious and responsible manner. It is also important that you are fluent in speaking English. We welcome people with experience working with the public or in environmental interpretation or education, however this is not essential. Indeed this is a great opportunity to gain skills in these areas. Good verbal and written communication skills and IT skills are likewise useful but not essential. Time commitment Volunteers are needed from April until November 2007. We ask for a minimum commitment of 2 weeks (due to training). Volunteers living locally who are available on a part-time basis are also welcome year round and are greatly appreciated. Accommodation and expense arrangements Accommodation can be arranged for committed volunteers (approx £50 per week). Volunteers are responsible for their own food, travel and accommodation costs. How to get involved Its easy to get involved just contact us by email at volunteer(a)cbmwc.org (preferred) with volunteer application 2008 in your subject line or post, enclosing a copy of your CV detailing your background and relevant experience together with a covering letter indicating your motivations for volunteering, please include when and for how long you are available to volunteer. We look forward to hearing from you. Postal address: FAO: Sarah Perry Cardigan Bay Marine Wildlife Centre Patent Slip Building, Glanmor Terrace New Quay, Ceredigion Wales, SA45 9PS As seen on: Iolos Welsh Safari, BBC1 Wales Autumn 2007 http://www.bbc.co.uk/wales/nature/sites/behindthescenes/pages/newquay.shtml & BBC Natures Calendar Summer 2007 http://www.bbc.co.uk/naturescalendar/summer/coast/cardigan_bay/cardigan_acce ss.shtml ______________________________________________ Sarah Perry Project Manager Cardigan Bay Marine Wildlife Centre Patent Slip Building Glanmor Terrace New Quay Ceredigion SA45 9PS <http://www.cbmwc.org> www.cbmwc.org E-bost/E-mail: <mailto:info@cbmwc.org> info(a)cbmwc.org Ffôn/Tel. 01545 560032 Cardigan Bay Marine Wildlife Centre is supported by the Cardigan Bay Marine Wildlife Group, a Marine interest group of the Wildlife Trust of South and West Wales Helping to conserve Cardigan Bay's Marine Wildlife through education and research Cynorthwyo i gadw Bywyd gwyllt Moral Bae Aberteifi trwy addysg ac ymchwil. ______________________________________________ The contents of this e-mail are confidential and are solely for the use of the intended recipient. If you receive this e-mail in error, please delete it and notify us either by e-mail or telephone. It is prohibited to copy, forward or otherwise disclose the content of the e-mail.

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SEAMAMMS 2009 at UNC Wilmington
by Pabst, D. Ann 15 Jan '09

15 Jan '09

15 January 2009 SEAMAMMS 2009 will be hosted at UNC Wilmington from April 3-5 2009. For information on registration, abstract submission, lodging and directions please access the website www.uncw.edu/seamamms<http://www.uncw.edu/seamamms>. Best wishes - D. Ann Pabst D. Ann Pabst Biology and Marine Biology University of North Carolina Wilmington 601 S. College Rd. Wilmington, NC 28403 Phone: 910-962-7266 Fax: 910-962-4066 pabsta(a)uncw.edu<mailto:pabsta@uncw.edu>

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Announcement of the first global marine mammal MPA conference
by David.Mattila＠noaa.gov 14 Jan '09

14 Jan '09

Announcing the First International Conference on Marine Mammal Protected Areas (ICMMPA) The Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary will host the ICMMPA, March 30 – April 3, 2009, at the Grand Wailea Resort on the Island of Maui, Hawaii. The conference is Co-sponsored by NOAA and Agencies and NGOs from several countries. It is an ambitious combination of presentations, panels, posters, workshops and training sessions, conceived by a steering committee of marine mammal and MPA experts from around the world. Its primary audience is intended to be MPA managers, policy-makers, educators and scientists, who work for (or in) the over 500 existing or proposed MPAs with significant marine mammal populations around the world. The primary goal is to share common challenges and solutions, and to foster networking (both formal and informal), between marine mammal MPAs which share populations and issues. For further general information, see the event web site at www.ICMMPA.org or contact: Pacific Rim Concepts LLC (Honolulu, Hawaii) prc(a)hawaiibiz.rr.com For information about submitting a poster presentation, relevant to the conference theme, contact: Alecia.VanAtta(a)NOAA.gov (Honolulu, Hawaii)

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Post-doctoral Research Associate - Hubbs-SeaWorld Research Institute - Florida
by Daniel K. Odell 14 Jan '09

14 Jan '09

Full Time Postdoctoral Research Associate (Ocean Health), Melbourne Beach, Florida The HSWRI ocean health and marine vertebrate ecology programs are addressing potential impacts of environmental change and human development on marine and coastal wildlife along the eastern central Florida coast and Indian River Lagoon. Species of interest include marine mammals, sea turtles, seabirds and fish, with an eye toward understanding potential links between human health and the state of marine and coastal ecosystems. We seek a veterinarian with an interest in wildlife ecology and ecosystem health and training or experience in epidemiology, disease ecology or related discipline. The successful candidate will work under the direct supervision of two HSWRI senior scientists, one of which is an aquatic animal veterinarian. The position will involve interdisciplinary research in wildlife ecology and epidemiology of infectious and non-infectious diseases, including the evaluation of multi-decadal and multi-disciplinary databases on the ecology and health of marine and coastal animal populations along the eastern central Florida coast and Indian River Lagoon. Production of at least one collaborative manuscript suitable for peer-reviewed publication, related to work done at HSWRI, and presentation of findings in an HSWRI seminar are expected. Limited clinical oversight of experimental animals (fish) is expected, and the candidate will become a member of the HSWRI Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee. Benefits: Appointments are initially for one year; one-year extensions will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Salary Range: $32-42k and comprehensive benefits package Qualifications: Demonstrated research experience is required. A demonstrated track record in publication of research results will be viewed favorably. The ability to work cooperatively is required. Excellent written and spoken English and communication skills are required. Interaction with the public; some work on holidays, weekends and after business hours. Degree Required: Must have a DVM or equivalent degree. An MS or PhD in epidemiology, disease ecology or related discipline is desired. If you are interested in applying for this position, download the application form at: http://www.hswri.org/getInvolved/careers.cfm. Complete it and email to hr(a)hswri.org, or mail it to: Human Resources Department Hubbs-SeaWorld Research Institute 2595 Ingraham Street San Diego, CA 92109 If you would like to receive a hard copy of an application, please email hr(a)hswri.org or call 619-226-3870. Hubbs-SeaWorld Research Institute is a 501(c)(3) non-profit charity and an equal opportunity employer with offices in California and Florida. ...................end

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Staff Veterinarian - The Marine Mammal Center, Sausalito, CA
by Kathleen Hannah 14 Jan '09

14 Jan '09

APPLICATIONS MUST BE RECEIVED BY FEBRUARY 15, 2009 The Marine Mammal Center, a non-profit employer, is seeking candidates for the full-time position of STAFF VETERINARIAN. This is a supervisory position reporting to the Director of Veterinary Science. The mission of The Center is to rescue, rehabilitate and release injured and sick marine mammals. The Center also conducts significant research and public education into health, disease and mortality of marine mammals. The staff veterinarian is responsible for the clinical care of marine mammals in rehabilitation, under supervision of the Director of Veterinary Science. The candidate supervises and trains volunteers and visiting students in differential diagnosis, medical treatment, anesthesia, radiology, sample collection and processing, drug administration, gross necropsy, record keeping and animal husbandry. In addition to clinical care, the staff veterinarian must have the knowledge, interest, and ability to collaborate effectively with researchers, volunteers, husbandry and education staff. He/she must be able to communicate effectively before large and small gatherings, and work successfully on multidisciplinary teams to advance the mission of The Center. For more information on this position click on the link below: http://www.marinemammalcenter.org/about_us/job_opps.asp

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