May 2009 - MARMAM - devlists.uvic.ca

Cetacean & Seabird Identification Workshops
by Emma Webb 11 May '09

11 May '09

Cetacean & Seabird Identification Workshops Biscay Dolphin Research Programme is delighted to announce the launch of 3 Cetacean & Seabird Identification Workshops on the P&O cruiseferry Pride of Bilbao. Biscay Dolphin Research Programme (BDRP) has been conducting whale, dolphin and seabird surveys of the English Channel and Bay of Biscay each month, year-round continuously since 1995. BDRP is an award-winning project within the newly established charity Marinelife that aims to further the conservation of whales, dolphins, seabirds and other marine life through scientific study and educational activities. Because of the work we have undertaken, the English Channel and the Bay of Biscay is now recognised as one of the most important areas in the world for whales and dolphins! Come and join some of the most experienced cetacean and seabird researchers in the UK for a fully interactive workshop where you will learn all the basic skills needed to observe and identify these fantastic animals at sea. This workshop is ideal for anyone with a general interest in marine wildlife, students studying Marine Biology or similar subjects, people who want some firsthand experience of field work as well any prospective Marine Mammal Observers (MMOs). Workshop Dates: 19-22 June 2009 14-17 September 2009 23-26 September 2009 Cost is £135 per person based on two people sharing a 2 bunk inside cabin. For more information or to book a place, please visit our website at www.biscay-dolphin.org.uk/blueoceansafaris/biscay.php#IDWorkshops or email us on <mailto:info@biscay-dolphin.org.uk> info(a)biscay-dolphin.org.uk Kind Regards Emma Webb Marinelife Community & Operations Officer Marinelife Email: info(a)biscay-dolphin.org.uk Website: <http://www.marine-life.org.uk/> www.marine-life.org.uk Registered Charity no: 1110884 No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG - www.avg.com Version: 8.5.325 / Virus Database: 270.12.18/2098 - Release Date: 05/06/09 06:04:00

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Internship Opportunity at The Marine Mammal Center
by Erin Brodie 08 May '09

08 May '09

[cid:image001.jpg@01C9CFF0.43E6A720] STRANDING DEPARTMENT INTERNSHIP ANNOUNCEMENT The Stranding Department of The Marine Mammal Center is seeking applicants for internships working with stranded pinnipeds, cetaceans and sea otters. These positions are unpaid. Program Description: The Stranding Department Internship is an exciting opportunity for individuals who are interested in increasing their experience and knowledge of marine mammal behavior and the Marine Mammal Stranding Network. Interns will be responsible for answering the animal hotline and rotating the after hours on-call. Interns will coordinate rescue and triage response throughout the Center's 600-mile rescue range. Interns will have the opportunity to participate in marine mammal rescues and releases. In addition, interns will be required to assist with animal care duties (feed preparations, medical charting, and pen cleaning) for all on-site pinnipeds. Other duties may include: participation in training classes, data entry and tracking, maintaining rescue equipment and assorted miscellaneous tasks. Intern Responsibilities & Qualifications: The internship is open to all applicants 21 years of age or older, with an avid interest in marine biology, zoology, general biology, policy or a related field. If the intern intends to receive university credit for their internship, they are responsible for making all arrangements with their educational institution. Interns must be able to work for a minimum of 3 months, 5 days a week, at least 40 hours per week. Work schedule must be flexible and may include weekends and holidays. This is an unpaid position and all interns are responsible for obtaining housing and transportation. Applicants should demonstrate excellent communication skills and have practical computer knowledge with programs such as Word, Access, and Excel. This internship position involves a fair amount of physical activity, such as: lifting, restraining and moving animals and other physical tasks. Interested applicants are encouraged to submit a résumé that includes the names of three references, and a cover letter detailing interests, experience, housing accommodations, and availability. Please forward all application materials to the following address: The Marine Mammal Center Marin Headlands 2000 Bunker Road Sausalito, California 94965 Attn: Erin Brodie Or via email to: BrodieE(a)TMMC.org There is some flexibility on the start date of each position, with the earliest start date of August 1 and the last available internship beginning October 12. Internship Period Application Deadline Interviews Notification of acceptance Approximate Internship Time Fall June 15, 2009 June 18-19, 2009 June 23, 2009 August - October Winter August 1, 2009 August 6-7, 2009 August 15, 2009 October - December Celebrating its 34th year in 2009, The Marine Mammal Center is a non-profit hospital dedicated to the rescue and release of sick, injured or orphaned marine mammals, and to research about their health and diseases. Volunteers and staff have treated more than 13,000 California sea lions, elephant seals, porpoises, and other marine life. The Center uniquely combines its rehabilitation program with scientific discovery and education programs to advance the understanding of marine mammal health, ocean health and conservation. For more information, please visit our website at www.marinemammalcenter.org<http://www.marinemammalcenter.org/>. * Note new address and fax number effective 1/15/09 Erin Brodie Stranding Coordinator The Marine Mammal Center 2000 Bunker Road Fort Cronkhite Sausalito, Ca 94965 phone: 415-289-7371 fax: 415-754-4050 email: brodiee(a)tmmc.org

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Sub-Antarctic Job Opportunity: Field Assistants
by Briggs, Dirk R 08 May '09

08 May '09

The British Antarctic Survey are recruiting Zoological Field Assistants to work at Bird Island, South Georgia. Apply before May 31st, 2009 Bird Island is home to: 700,000 nocturnal petrels 65,000 breeding fur seals 50,000 pairs of penguins 14,000 pairs of albatrosses With room for 2 more Zoological Field Assistants on 32 month contracts! Take your career to the extreme and work in one of the most challenging and amazing places on earth. Antarctica is where cutting edge scientific investigation - on issues such as global warming and environmental change - is happening right now. It's where your curiosity, ambition and sense of adventure will surely lead you and we're the team to take you there. At Bird Island, South Georgia, two field assistants will be recruited by BAS to help carry out fieldwork on seabirds and seals. Bird Island is small (just 6 Km long) and forms part of the South Gerogia archipelago where it is buffeted by prevailing westerlies and cold winds from Antarctica to the South. It has a high annual rainfall and variable snow cover during winter. In summer tens of thousands of seals and hundreds of thousands of seabirds breed there (including 3 species of penguins and 4 species of albatrosses). Up to 10 staff (ferried in and out by ship) live in a modern research station. There is a satellite link to the outside world and comfortable accommodation. The successful candidates will work and live on Bird Island continuously between October or November 2009 and April 2012. They will each be partly responsible for one element of a monitoring program (seals, penguins or flying birds). The learning curve is very steep and so all candidates must have previous experience of handling appropriate wild animals. BAS will provide a finishing school (at Bird Island) to hone these skills. Fieldwork in the breeding season at Bird Island will be very intensive with long hours of data preparation afterwards, so it is important to be organised. The data will be finalised using databases and by submitting reports, observing strict deadlines at frequent intervals. These, the assistant's finished products, will underpin key research into regional and global change processes based on seabird and seal life histories, reproductive success, behaviour and diet. The successful applicants will remain on Bird Island continuously for 30 months, where they will live with 2 other residents and up to 6 summer only visitors. Whilst everyone will be assigned duties to keep the research station running (including cooking and cleaning), the residents will have extra responsibilities (after essential pre-deployment training), such as helping to provide medical cover. The position of zoological field assistant offers a unique opportunity for highly motivated and disciplined individuals with relevant fieldwork skills and a keen interest in wildlife that will adapt well to small island living in a challenging sub-Antarctic environment. Qualifications and experience: Minimum of a science degree in biology or zoology, experience of remote, unsupervised fieldwork and animal handling skills (i.e. of appropriate wild animals in their natural habitat). Applicants must be competent and efficient managing, analysing and reporting large data sets. Meticulous time management, attention to detail and effective communication are important attributes. Candidates should also be able to mix well in a small and vibrant science community. Applying: Appointments will be for a period of approximately 32 months. Salary will be in the range of £ 20,424 - £28,091 pa pro-rata (depending on qualifications and experience). Please quote reference: BAS 30/09 Closing date for receipt of application forms: 31st May 2009. Interviews are to be held on 16th June 2009. On-line application forms and further information are available on our website at www.antarctica.ac.uk/employment These are also available from the Personnel Section, British Antarctic Survey, High Cross, Madingley Road, Cambridge, CB3 0ET. Tel: +44 (0)1223 221508. We welcome applications from all sections of the community. People from ethnic minorities are currently under-represented and their applications are particularly welcome. You will need to be physically capable and medically fit to work in Antarctic conditions. Dirk Briggs British Antarctic Survey

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Support Letters Needed for U.S. Legislation to Expand Stranding Network
by Vicki Cornish 07 May '09

07 May '09

Hello All - On April 22, 2009, Sen. Maria Cantwell (D-WA) introduced the Marine Mammal Rescue Assistance Amendments Act (S. 859), a bill to amend section 403 of the Marine Mammal Protection Act. This bill would: - Define the term "entanglement" and add authorization for entanglement response as eligible for funding under the program; - Require the Secretary of Commerce to collect and update existing practices and procedures for rescuing and rehabilitating entangled marine mammals; - Establish an interest bearing fund in the Treasury for emergency response to marine mammal entanglement and stranding, and allow the program to solicit and accept gifts and other donations to increase the impact of the program; - Increase authorization for the program to $7 million for fiscal years 2009 to 2013; and - Increase the maximum grant for projects from $100,000 to $200,000. A copy of the bill can be found at: http://frwebgate.access.gpo.gov/cgi-bin/getdoc.cgi?dbname=111_cong_bills &docid=f:s859is.txt.pdf The U.S. Marine Mammal Stranding Network performs a critical science and conservation function by responding to live and dead stranded marine mammals, collecting biological samples, and rehabilitating injured or sick animals. Data collected from stranding events also help identify and protect against increasing threats to marine mammal populations. However, funds to support and expand stranding response efforts throughout the U.S. are limited. Please take a moment to send in letters of support for this legislation, addressed to Senator Cantwell, the lead sponsor of this legislation, Senator Rockefeller, the Chairman of the Committee on Commerce, Science and Transportation, and Senator Hutchinson, the Ranking Member of the Committee. Your letter doesn't have to be very long, it just needs to say why marine mammal stranding and entanglement response is important and to convey your support for quick passage of this important legislation. I have included addresses to send the letters to, as well as a copy of Ocean Conservancy's letter to the Committee as an example. ---------------------------------------------------------------- Please send your letters of support to: The Honorable Maria Cantwell Chairwoman, Oceans, Atmosphere, Fisheries and Coast Guard Subcommittee Committee on Commerce, Science and Transportation United States Senate Washington, DC 20510 The Honorable John D. Rockefeller, IV Chairman, Committee on Commerce, Science and Transportation United States Senate Washington DC 20510 The Honorable Kay Bailey Hutchison Ranking Member, Committee on Commerce Science and Transportation United States Senate Washington DC 20510 Sample Letter, from Ocean Conservancy to the Committee on Commerce Science and Transportation: On behalf of Ocean Conservancy and our more than 500,000 members, volunteers and activists, I write to express our strong support for S.859 - the Marine Mammal Rescue Assistance Amendments Act of 2009 - and to urge your committee to move forward with consideration of this important piece of legislation. This bill would expand the capabilities of the nation's marine mammal stranding network by providing additional authorizations for response to both stranded and entangled marine mammals, and by allowing necessary funding to be provided to marine mammal rescuers more expeditiously. When Congress passed the Marine Mammal Protection Act in 1972, it recognized the importance of marine mammals as a resource of great international significance, and determined that marine mammals should be protected and populations developed to the greatest extent feasible to maintain the health and stability of the marine ecosystem. While many marine mammals have benefited from these protections, others continue to be impacted by human activities such as commercial and recreational fishing, shipping and other vessel operations, coastal and nearshore construction, military sonar, oil and gas exploration and development, and increasingly, global climate change. The Marine Mammal Stranding Network is a largely volunteer network of marine mammal biologists and researchers that respond to strandings and entanglements of live and dead marine mammals. Throughout the United States, network members collect and share information from these events that help us better manage human activities so as to minimize impacts on marine mammals and other ocean wildlife. By including entanglement events as an activity that would fall under the Marine Mammal Rescue Assistance Grant Program, this legislation would greatly enhance information collected from entangled marine mammals. Just this past winter, there were five entangled North Atlantic right whales off Florida and Georgia - highly detrimental to a critically endangered population of only about 400 whales. Efforts by local responders helped to disentangle these whales from their constricting lines, greatly increasing their chance for survival. Rescuers were also able to retrieve the gear entangling these whales and, in one instance, determine the source as Canadian lobster gear. Information on the source of gear recovered from entangled whales will direct management efforts more effectively to help prevent entanglements from occurring in the future. Ocean Conservancy strongly urges the passage of S. 859 by the Committee, and we look forward to working with you to continue to enhance protections for marine mammals and other ocean wildlife. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ --- Thank you for your help to highlight and promote the important work being done by U.S. marine mammal stranding network members. My apologies if you have already received this request from another posting. Vicki Cornish Vice President, Marine Wildlife Conservation Ocean Conservancy 1300 19th Street NW, 8th Floor Washington, DC 20036 Telephone: 202.351.0452 E-mail: vcornish(a)oceanconservancy.org <mailto:xname@oceanconservancy.org> www.oceanconservancy.org <http://www.oceanconservancy.org>

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Late registration for MMO and PAM course June 8th 2009
by Yvonne Miles 05 May '09

05 May '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 fully trained and experienced MMOs teaching. Each student is graded in their certificates to ensure the *quality standard * of the MMO industry is gaining. *Please note that the Late registration for the UK June 2009 course ** will close on the 8th May 2009*** *Registration will close two weeks before course starts. * * We are now running Passive Acoustic Monitoring course for MMOs* *June MMO Course 8th **– 10th June 2009* ** *June PAM Course 11th **– 12th June 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. This is a 3 **FULL** day INTENSIVE course * 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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Dolphin Research Internships
by Emily Guarino 05 May '09

05 May '09

> Dolphin Research Internships > > Dolphin Research Center (DRC) is currently accepting applications for > Research Interns for the Fall term. DRC is a not-for-profit education and > research facility, home to a family of Atlantic bottlenose dolphins and > California sea lions. DRC is located on Grassy Key, in the heart of the > Florida Keys. > > Internships at DRC are an exciting way to develop career skills as well as > an opportunity to get "behind the scenes" to see how a marine mammal > facility operates. Research interns participate in DRC's ongoing research > projects, giving them broad exposure to a variety of research > methodologies. Interns receive extensive on-the-job training in observing > marine mammal behavior, collecting observational data, working with > research equipment, and assisting with experimental research sessions. > > Specific job duties include: > * Collecting observational behavioral data of our dolphins > * Preparing stimuli for experimental research sessions > * Assisting with equipment for experimental research sessions > * Operating video equipment > * Entering or scanning data into the computer for analysis > * General support of the facility through participation in the > volunteer resource pool (facility maintenance, bird care, assisting with > public programs, guest interactions, etc.) > > Research studies can vary widely in nature and availability. For > information on past or current research projects at DRC, please visit our > website, at www.dolphins.org <http://www.dolphins.org > . > > 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. > > Internships require a minimum of a 16-week commitment, 40 hours per week. > The internship will start in September, 2009. The internship is unpaid, > and interns are responsible for providing their own housing. DRC will > provide assistance in locating housing and/or matching up interns and > volunteers desiring roommates. Successful candidates will be ready and > willing to learn, self-motivated, and flexible. Prior research experience > is recommended but not required. > > The deadline to apply is *** June 1st***. To apply, download the > application available at www.dolphins.org. Click "Help DRC", and then > "Volunteer / Intern Opportunities". > > The application, and all associated materials (resume, transcript, and > letters of recc.) must be mailed to DRC. > > -------------------------------- > Emily Guarino > Admin. Director of Research > emily(a)dolphins.org > Dolphin Research Center > 58901 Overseas Hwy. > Grassy Key, FL 33050 > www.dolphins.org >

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Field assistant opportunity in dolphin feeding behavior
by Teresa Gisburne 04 May '09

04 May '09

Job Description: 2 field assistants are needed for a project in bottlenose dolphin strand-feeding behavior in Bull Creek, South Carolina. Bull Creek is a part of a Spartina marsh system, located west of Hilton Head Island, South Carolina, and is home to a variety of animals in addition to dolphins. Assistants will be in the field every day that weather allow. Hours in the field vary daily as we follow the tide. Successful applicants will help with data collection and entry and photo-identification. Positions will run from June 1 through the end of August. While these positions are unpaid, housing and food will be provided in Bluffton with PI. Qualifications: Assistants will be expected to work on a boat 6 to 7 days per week, for 6 hours at a time, in mostly hot and humid weather. Assistants should be hardworking, flexible, easy-going, work well in a team, and willing to work early morning. Preference will be given to assistants who have prior experience working on dolphins, photo-identification, or boating. To apply please send the following: (1) cover letter describing your interest in the position, (2) CV or resume and (3) contact information for 2 references to Teresa Gisburne at g_tgisburne(a)umassd.edu. Teresa Gisburne Masters Graduate Student Department of Biology University of Massachusetts, Dartmouth 285 Old Westport Rd. North Dartmouth, MA 02747

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Summer classes working with marine mammals
by Jenifer Zeligs 03 May '09

03 May '09

*Interested in animal training or a career in the marine mammal field?* * * *CSUMB & Moss Landing Marine Laboratories is offering 2 unique animal classes this summer: Techniques of Animal Training and Working with Marine Mammals* ** • *Each class is only one week long! * • *Fulfills College Science Requirement* • * Available to undergraduates at any level* • *No prerequisites needed* • *Certificate of Completion in Beginning Marine Mammalogy with completion of both classes & 5 day internship!* • Space is limited- contact jzeligs(a)mlml.calstate.edu for course questions * * *Students intern at least one day at Moss Landing Marine Labs * *assisting in the care of research-trained California sea lions!* * * *TECHNIQUES AND THEORIES OF ANIMAL TRAINING: BIO 348* *(Earn 3 college credits!) July 6-12, 2009. (cost: $585 + $39 campus fee (for non-CSUMB students) + $50 lab fee)* *Topics Included:* • *History and ethics of animal use and training* • *Practical Animal Training Techniques for terrestrial & aquatic animals* • *Daily demonstrations using trained sea lions, horses & other animals at the training facility* * * *WORKING WITH MARINE MAMMALS: BIO 347* *(Earn 3 college credits!) July 20-26, 2009 (cost: $585 + $39 campus fee (for non-CSUMB students) + $50 lab fee)* *Topics Included:* • *Current topics and careers working with marine mammals* • *Learn basic physiology & an overview of common research topics and techniques* • *Public display, education and current issues* * * *Registration: *For registration, enrollment and other logistical information please contact CSU, Monterey Bay at http://extendeded.csumb.edu/ or call the Campus Service Center at *831-582-5100 *or the extended education dept at * 831-582-4500*. Using the web site you can download Course Registration forms by clicking on the Forms link. *Registration begins April 27th. * The classes are open for enrollment to *any high school graduate* regardless of age or nationality; however, no transportation or housing is included. Courses will be taught at Moss Landing Marine Labs in Moss Landing, CA. For assistance with housing or a 5 day internship please contact: sskrovan(a)mlml.calstate.edu. -- Jenifer Zeligs, Ph.D. Science and Environmental Policy, California State University Monterey Bay Director of SLEWTHS Science Learning and Exploration With The Help of Sea lions Moss Landing Marine Laboratories 8272 Moss Landing Road Moss Landing, CA 95039 v: (831)-771-4191 fax:(831)-632-4403 http://slewths.mlml.calstate.edu/

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Reminder: 4th DCL Workshop and 1st DE Workshop, University of Pavia, September 2009
by Gianni Pavan 03 May '09

03 May '09

Università degli Studi di Pavia, Dept. of Animal Biology Centro Interdisciplinare di Bioacustica e Ricerche Ambientali September 2009, 10 - 12 : 4th International Workshop on Detection, Classification and Localization of Marine Mammals using Passive Acoustics September 2009, 13 : Linked Workshop: 1st International Workshop on Density Estimation of Marine Mammals Using Passive Acoustics Registration and Abstract submission are now open. The workshops web page is available on the CIBRA website at <http://www.unipv.it/cibra/DCLWorkshop2009.html>http://www.unipv.it/cibra/DCLWorkshop2009.html A short presentation of the workshops can be downloaded here: <http://www.unipv.it/cibra/DCLWorkshop2009.html>http://www.unipv.it/cibra/Workshop2009.pdf For any additional information please write to gianni.pavan(a)unipv.it Deadlines & Important Dates May 1, 2009: Registration and Abstract submission opening June 1: Deadline for abstract submission June 15: Notification of Acceptance June 22: Deadline for Registration, Payment and Accomodation Booking September 30: Deadline for presenting full papers for the Proceedings (details will be available soon) Program September 9: 17 PM, Registration opening and welcome buffet September 10 to 12: DCL Workshop September 12, afternoon: Technical discussion, Round Table and introduction to DE Workshop September 13: Density Estimation Workshop Scientific Committee Gianni Pavan (Univ. of Pavia, Italy); Walter Zimmer (NURC, Italy); David Moretti (NUWC, US); Bob Gisiner (MMC, US); John Potter (Acoustic Research Laboratory, Tropical Marine Science Institute, National University of Singapore); Olivier Adam (NAMC, Paris University, France); Len Thomas (Univ St Andrews, Scotland; convenor of the DE workshop). Organizing Committee Gianni Pavan, CIBRA (DCL Workshop); Len Thomas, StAndrews (DE Workshop) ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Gianni Pavan Presidente CIBRA Centro Interdisciplinare di Bioacustica e Ricerche Ambientali Dipartimento di Biologia Animale, Universita' degli Studi di Pavia Via Taramelli 24, 27100 PAVIA, ITALIA Phone +39-0382-987874 Fax +39-02-700-32921 Email gpavan(a)cibra.unipv.it, gianni.pavan(a)unipv.it Web http://www.unipv.it/cibra http://mammiferimarini.unipv.it --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

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New publication -- Habitat use, mortality and reproduction of manatees in Orinoco River
by Nataly Castelblanco 02 May '09

02 May '09

Dear Marmam and Sirenian list subscribers, Apologies for cross-posting. We are pleased to report that the following paper has just been published: ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Castelblanco-Martínez, D. N., A. L. Bermudez-Romero, I. Gómez-Camelo, F. C. W. Rosas, F. Trujillo, & E. Zerda-Ordoñez. 2009. Seasonality of habitat use, mortality and reproduction of the Vulnerable Antillean manatee Trichechus manatus manatus in the Orinoco River, Colombia: implications for conservation. Oryx 43 (2) :235–242. Abstract The Vulnerable Antillean manatee Trichechus manatus manatus (Mammalia, Sirenia) is threatened by hunting, entanglement in fishing nets and habitat degradation but most knowledge of the species comes from coastal and estuarine populations. We therefore studied an Antillean manatee population located 1,100 km from the Caribbean coast, in the Orinoco River of Colombia, during 2001–2005. To verify the occurrence of the manatee and to investigate its habitat use throughout the annual hydrological cycle, we carried out surveys for manatees and manatee feeding signs over c. 40 km of the Orinoco River, between El Burro and Bachaco. We made 870 sightings in 1,003 hours of observation, and found 69 feeding areas in 776 hours of surveys. From 82 interviews in a total of 28 locations in Venezuela and Colombia we compiled 90 reports of manatees injured or killed in the Orinoco during 1980–2004. Both habitat use by the manatee and anthropogenic impacts on the species vary with the annual hydrological cycle. Reproduction appears to occur during the low water period in restricted areas that retain deep water.Improved knowledge of the dynamics of manatee migration and regulation of human activities, especially those related to use of nets and boat traffic, are required for conservation of the Antillean manatee in this freshwater habitat. Keywords: Colombia, habitat use, manatee, mortality, Orinoco River, Trichechus manatus manatus. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- More information upon request from me (castelblanco.nataly(a)gmail.com, natalycastelblanco(a)yahoo.com.br) Cheers! -- Nataly Castelblanco-Martínez, Ph.D. Candidate Doctorado en Ecología y Desarrollo Sustentable El Colegio de la Frontera Sur - ECOSUR Av. Centenario Km 5.5 C.P. 7790 Chetumal, Quintana Roo. Mexico Veja quais são os assuntos do momento no Yahoo! +Buscados http://br.maisbuscados.yahoo.com

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