March 2010 - MARMAM - devlists.uvic.ca

NMFS Acoustic Position
by Amy R. Scholik-Schlomer 29 Mar '10

29 Mar '10

The National Marine Fisheries Service has just posted an acoustics position in our Office of Science & Technology: http://jobview.usajobs.gov/GetJob.aspx?JobID=87114538&JobTitle=Fish+Biologi… For those of you who know Brandon Southall, this was his former position. Please feel free to pass it on to those who might be interested. Thanks! -- ____________________________________ Amy R. Scholik-Schlomer, Ph.D. Fishery Biologist NOAA's National Marine Fisheries Service Office of Protected Resources Marine Mammal & Sea Turtle Conservation Division 1315 East-West Highway SSMC3, Room 13605 Silver Spring, MD 20910 Email: Amy.Scholik(a)noaa.gov Phone: (301) 713-2322 x167 Fax: (301) 713-4060 http://www.nmfs.noaa.gov/pr/acoustics/ ______________________________________

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:LAST CALL FOR CETACEAN RESEARCH ASSISTANT OPPORTUNITY IN ICELAND
by chiara bertulli 29 Mar '10

29 Mar '10

CETACEAN RESEARCH ASSISTANT OPPORTUNITY IN ICELAND WHAT: This is a joint research project consisting of the two following projects: The first project is investigating the effects of whale-watching and whaling on Minke whales in Icelandic waters and the interaction between the two industries. Four volunteers are needed for this project to help collect track data of Minke whales in the presence and absence of tourist boats in Faxaflói Bay, Iceland. A land based station, a 27m high lighthouse, will be used to track Minke whale movement and diving behaviour in the absence of tourist boats, by using theodolite and the software Cyclops. Whale-watching boats will be used as platforms to collect the same data during interactions with Minke whales, using range finder and GPS. Another volunteer assistant is requested to partake in a second project investigating residency and site fidelity of Minke whales, white-beaked dolphins and humpback whales in Faxaflói bay, Reykjavik, Iceland. Cutaneous disorders of all three species will be also investigated. WHERE: Faxaflói Bay is a bay facing Reykjavík city where both whale-watching and whaling is currently taking place. Daily whale-watching tours are arranged from Reykjavik to spot feeding Minke whales, white-beaked dolphins, Humpback whales and harbour porpoises. Reykjavik Whale-watching Company has been 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, white-beaked dolphins and humpback whales photographed - investigate the distribution of Minke whales and dolphins in association with underlying environmental variables - analyse the feeding behaviour of Minke whales and white-beaked dolphins and data collected on associated bird species - assess cutaneous disorders on Minke whales and white-beaked dolphins during photo-identification surveys WHEN: Tracking project: 10th of May to 15th of September 2010 Photo-ID: 15th April to 15th September 2010 CONDITIONS: The lighthouse that will be used for the land based tracking is located in Gardur, about 30km west of Reykjavik, north of Keflavik, and overlooks the southern part of Faxaflói Bay. Volunteers working from the land based station in Gardur will be living in a shared apartment close to Keflavik. This is a two bedroom apartment with bathroom and kitchen, and volunteers will need to share their bedroom with one other volunteer. Transportation to and from the lighthouse in Gardur will be done by car or bus, which is covered by the project. There are also free buses going between Keflavik and Reykjavik regularly. For the boat based work, two whale-watching motor vessels will be used as research platform: Elding and Hafsúlan each approx 30m long. Living space for the boat based people is located on a former fishing boat in the old harbour, with 3 single rooms, bathroom, kitchen, living room and internet access (25 square metres); 10 min walking distance to the city centre. 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. Unfortunately, neither of these positions are paid and the successful candidates must be able to cover their own travel expenses, travel insurance, food and other personal expenses. Accommodation will be provided. DUTIES: Applicants should be ready to work long hours (07:00 to 17.00 or to 20.00 hours depending on weather conditions) and be expected to participate in the following duties: Tracking project: - collect Minke whale track data from land with theodolite - enter track data into Cyclops software in real time - collect Minke whale track data from whale-watching boat - data entry Photo-ID project: - collect photographic material on whales and dolphins - photo-identification work/fin matching - recognition of skin marks Above this, cleaning, painting and other maintenance tasks is part of staying at the fishing boat in the old harbour as a gratitude to the free accommodation provided by Elding. QUALIFICATIONS: - have a strong background in Marine biology/Oceanography, with knowledge and experience of marine mammal behaviour and/or sea birds - have previous wildlife field experience and ability to stand long working days, sometimes in rough sea conditions - have previous cetacean photo-identification skills (relevant for the ID assistant position) - have previous theodolite tracking skills (relevant for the land based positions) - have previous experience working with Cyclops software (relevant for the land based positions) - be 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 board - be adaptable, flexible and patient as fieldwork is highly weather dependent - have good English language skills - bring your own digital reflex camera and zoom lens (pre-requisite for the ID assistant position) - have a valid European driving license (pre-requisite for the land based positions) HOW TO APPLY: CV or resume should include the following: - 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 - specify if you have any preference for the “tracking” project or the “photo-ID” project. - any dietary requirements (i.e. carnivore, vegetarian, vegan, etc.) Send applications both to Chiara Bertulli and Fredrik Christiansen (see below): Chiara Bertulli (MSc Student) 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(a)hi.is / ciarabertulli(a)yahoo.it Mobile: +354-8618307 Skype: chiara.giulia.bertulli and Fredrik Christiansen (PhD Student) University of Aberdeen Institute of Biological Sciences Tillydrone Ave Aberdeen AB24 2TZ United Kingdom E-mail: f.christiansen(a)abdn.ac.uk Mobile: +44 78 18725081

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Dolphin Research Internship, Charleston, SC
by Todd Speakman 26 Mar '10

26 Mar '10

NOAA’s Cooperative Center for Marine Animal Health (CCMAH) is recruiting to fill two dolphin photo-identification internship positions for the summer of 2010. The positions will be stationed at the NOAA National Ocean Service Laboratory in Charleston, South Carolina and will involve a commitment of 20 hours per week extending over a 15 week period from May 17, 2010 to August 20, 2010. There is some flexibility in these start and end dates. The CCMAH will be conducting boat-based surveys in estuaries and near-shore waters of South Carolina and Georgia to investigate fecundity and survival of Western North Atlantic bottlenose dolphins and to examine relationships of these population parameters with chemical contaminant exposure. Interns will assist with laboratory activities such as data entry and photo-analysis and will participate in boat-based fieldwork. The internship offers an excellent opportunity for qualified and motivated individuals to obtain field and laboratory training in photo-identification methodology and analysis under the mentorship of experienced dolphin researchers. There is no compensation for this position and interns will be responsible for their own living expenses and transportation to and from the laboratory. There may be travel involved for some components of the fieldwork which will be covered by the laboratory. Ideal applicants will be advanced undergraduates or recent graduates of a scientifically-oriented university program in marine science, biology or a related field. Preference will be given to applicants with well-developed computer skills and boat-based field experience. The internship application consists of a letter of interest, transcripts of university coursework and two letters of recommendation from professors or research supervisors who are familiar with your scholarship, research skills and work habits. Interested applicants should first correspond with Todd Speakman by email (Todd.Speakman(a)noaa.gov <mailto:Todd.Speakman@noaa.gov>) before preparing and submitting application materials. We anticipate filling this internship position by the first week of April, 2010.

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Climate Cahnge and Dolphin Distribution
by christian salvadeo 25 Mar '10

25 Mar '10

Hi to all... Here, I send you the Open Access page for the next paper: Christian J. Salvadeo, Daniel Lluch-Belda, Alejandro Gómez-Gallardo, Jorge Urbán-Ramírez, Colin D. MacLeod. 2010. Climate change and a poleward shift in the distribution of the Pacific white-sided dolphin in the northeastern Pacific. Endang Species Res 11(1) 13–19 http://www.int-res.com/abstracts/esr/v11/n1/ Saludos Christian Salvadeo Encuentra las mejores recetas en Yahoo! Cocina. http://mx.mujer.yahoo.com/cocina/

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Redesigned Discovery of Sound in the Sea (www.dosits.org) is launched!
by Holly Morin 24 Mar '10

24 Mar '10

Please post the below announcement (DOSITS is a valuable resource for marine mammal acoustics). Apologies for cross postings. The Discovery of Sound in the Sea (DOSITS) Project introduces the science and uses of underwater sound and provides easy, efficient access to timely peer reviewed content on the effects of underwater sound on marine animals. The DOSITS team, led by Gail Scowcroft of the URI Office of Marine Programs (OMP), announces the launch of a newly redesigned website (http://www.dosits.org) that takes advantage of the advances in web technology since the website was originally launched in November 2002. The redesigned DOSITS site offers a much more interactive learning environment. The front page uses Flash-based interactives that allow users to quickly immerse themselves in exciting content, from the songs of humpback whales to interviews with cutting-edge scientists to the use of acoustics to measure waves. Interactives have also been created for the site's galleries, including an extensive Audio Gallery and Scientist Gallery. These two sections contain a variety of multimedia resources. Please visit the site and let us know what you think via our public input survey (in the left hand navigation on the DOSITS homepage). To receive more information about the Discovery of Sound in the Sea Project, please contact OMP’s Holly Morin via email (hmorin(a)gso.uri.edu) or by phone (401-874-6414). Holly Morin Marine Research Associate II University of Rhode Island Office of Marine Programs HMorin(a)gso.uri.edu 401-874-6414 (** please note my phone number has changed**)

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COMPARATIVE NUTRITION SOCIETY SYMPOSIUM, AUG 6-10, 2010
by David Rosen 23 Mar '10

23 Mar '10

ANNOUNCEMENT: EIGHTH BIENNIAL SYMPOSIUM OF THE COMPARATIVE NUTRITION SOCIETY Westward Look Resort, Tucson, Arizona, USA, 6-10 August 2010 Dear Colleagues: The eighth biennial meeting of the Comparative Nutrition Society (CNS) is scheduled for 6-10 August, 2010 in Tucson, AZ. CNS is a society created to foster communication among laboratory and field scientists from various disciplines with interests in comparative nutrition. The interests represented in the society include, but are not limited to, the disciplines of nutrition, physiology, metabolism, biochemistry, animal science, wildlife and marine biology, ecology, and all taxa including insects, fish, amphibians, reptiles, birds, and mammals. CNS meetings are a unique experience, bringing together a rare mixture of scientists and professionals from a variety of fields. The collegial nature of the meetings also makes it a perfect experience for graduate students. Our entire meeting – talks, meals, and social events – will be in a group setting, so that we will have plenty of time for in-depth discussions, renewing old friendships, and establishing new collaborations. This year’s symposium will be held in the unique location provided by the Westward Look Resort set at the base of the striking Santa Catalina Mountains (www.westwardlook.com) in Tucson, Arizona. This unique location provides a wealth of outdoor activities before and after the sessions. Please see our website (www.cnsweb.org) to register and submit abstracts. Students should click on “Student competitions” for information on travel and presentation awards. To make lodging reservations, please call the reservations department at the resort directly at 1-800-722-2500, and identify yourself as from “The Comparative Nutrition Society”. Sorry, on-line reservations are not available. Deadline for abstract submission is 15 May 2010. We look forward to seeing you in August! David Rosen President, Comparative Nutrition Society rosen(a)zoology.ubc.ca

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Certificate in Beginning Marine Mammals
by Jenifer Zeligs 23 Mar '10

23 Mar '10

Please accept the following posting for summer classes working with marine mammals. Sincerely, Dr. Jenifer Zeligs California State University Monterey Bay and Moss Landing Marine Laboratories *http://slewths.mlml.calstate.edu/*<http://slewths.mlml.calstate.edu/>offer one-week intensive *summer classes* open to any individuals interested animal training or in pursuing careers in the marine mammal field. In addition, *hands-on internships** *for people of all ages and levels of experience are also available at the lab working with marine mammals. The successful completion of both courses and a five-day internship will earn a *Certificate of Completion in Beginning Marine Mammalogy. *The classes' instructor, Dr. Jenifer Zeligs-Hurley has over 25 years of terrestrial and aquatic animal training experience, across diverse disciplines including research, public display, and studio and film work. For further information on class content, registration, housing and costs see below and please contact: jzeligs(a)mlml.calstate.edu<jhurley(a)mlml.calstate.edu> *Classes: **TECHNIQUES AND THEORIES OF ANIMAL TRAINING: Bio 348 *(June 14-20, 2010) CRN 30047 *: *This 3 credit interactive course provides students an in-depth understanding of the discipline of animal training across many different types of terrestrial and aquatic animals and techniques. It provides an exceptional background in relevant animal behavior and psychological principles related to the practical goal of modifying animal behavior. These techniques will be demonstrated daily using trained sea lions at Moss Landing Marine Labs where the course is taught. Horses, birds, and other animals will also be used to demonstrate these techniques. Students will intern at least one day at the lab assisting in the care and training of research-trained sea lions. Topics covered will include:* *Captivity, Why Train? Communication, Motivation, Desensitization, Aggression, and Practical Training. Tuition: $585 + $39 campus fee per semester is payable to CSUMB-EE. An additional $50 lab fee is payable to MLML on the first day of class. *WORKING WITH MARINE MAMMALS: Bio 347 *(June 28- July 4, 2010) CRN 30048*: *This 3 credit course is designed to assist people who are interested in developing a career in marine mammalogy. It will provide practical information about marine mammals and working with them, drawing on the rich background of marine mammal work in the Monterey Bay area. The course will include live experiences with the marine mammals at Moss Landing Marine Labs. This class will instruct students in captive marine mammal husbandry (care and maintenance), training, basic physiology, an overview of common research topics and techniques, as well as public display, education, and current issues in marine mammalogy. Students will intern at least one day at the lab assisting in the care of research-trained California sea lions. They will also gain experience in developing a resume, job interviews, and public presentations. Tuition: $585 + $39 campus fee per semester is payable to CSUMB-EE. An additional $50 lab fee is payable to MLML on the first day of class. (If you book both classes- you will pay the $39 campus fee only once). *Registration: *For registration, enrollment and other logistical information please contact Cal State Monterey Bay *http://extended.csumb.edu/*<http://extended.csumb.edu/>or call them at 831-582-4500. *Enrollment details and housing*: *Enrollment for each class limited to 17*. *Summer registration for open enrollment begins May 3, 2010*, but you can send in your enrollment form early to reserve your space. The classes are open for enrollment to *any high school graduate* regardless of age or nationality and there are no prerequisites, however no transportation or housing is included in the enrollment price. For help with housing please contact sskrvoan(a)mlml.calstate.edu (limited housing is available for a reasonable weekly rate ). Courses will be taught at Moss Landing Marine Labs in Moss Landing, CA. -- 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/ http://www.animaltraining.us/

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The Ultimate Mouthful: Lunge Feeding in Rorqual Whales
by Jeremy Goldbogen 22 Mar '10

22 Mar '10

Dear Colleagues, The following review article has been published this month in American Scientist: The Ultimate Mouthful: Lunge Feeding in Rorqual Whales J. A. Goldbogen The online version can be found here: http://www.americanscientist.org/ Errata for the hard copy now in bookstores: the legends for the cover and figure 2 should say "fin whale" instead of "blue whale". Best, Jeremy -- Jeremy Goldbogen, Ph.D. Postdoctoral Research Fellow Marine Physical Labratory Scripps Institution of Oceanography University of California, San Diego 9500 Gilman Dr. La Jolla, CA 92093-0205 http://cetus.ucsd.edu/ jergold(a)ucsd.edu

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abstract submissions for the Fourth International Science Symposium on Bio-logging are now being accepted
by Karen.Evans＠csiro.au 21 Mar '10

21 Mar '10

Dear all, Abstract submissions for oral and poster presentations at the Fourth International Science Symposium on Bio-logging in Hobart, Tasmania, Australia, March 14-18 2011 are now being accepted. Visit our website at www.cmar.csiro.au/biologging4 to find out all you need to know about Bio-logging 4. Click on our abstract submission page for details on how you can submit an abstract for an oral or poster presentation. Students, Bio-logging 4 will be offering student travel grants and student prizes for the best oral presentation and best poster presentation. Don't forget to submit applications for one or both with your abstracts. Sponsors and trade exhibitors, please have a look at our sponsorship and trade exhibits page for attractive packages for sponsoring and exhibiting at Bio-logging 4. Keep up to date with announcements via our Facebook page: www.facebook.com/home.php?#!/event.php?eid=200360067357 Any queries/problems/suggestions please email us at: bio-loggingIV(a)csiro.au Don't forget to tell others about participating in Bio-logging 4 - we look forward to seeing you in Hobart in March 2011! Karen Evans On behalf of the Steering and Organising Committees for the Fourth International Science Symposium on Bio-logging.

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Request for information on whalewatch guidelines and regulations
by Carole Carlson 21 Mar '10

21 Mar '10

Please post this message. Thanks! Carole Carlson Dear MARMAMERS, I am in the process of updating the compendium of world-wide whalewatch guidelines and regulations. The 2009 version is posted on the website of the International Whaling Commission. The 2010 update will be posted this summer. I would greatly appreciate receiving any new codes, guidelines or regulations that have been formulated over the past year, ideally before 1 May. Many thanks! Carole Carlson Carole Carlson PhD Director Research and Education Dolphin Fleet of Provincetown Adjunct Scientist Provincetown Center for Coastal Studies PO Box 32 Provincetown, MA 02657-0032 USA email: <mailto:science@whalewatch.com> science(a)whalewatch.com

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