April 2013 - MARMAM - devlists.uvic.ca

aorta branching in the bottlenose dolpin
by Martina Duras 05 Apr '13

05 Apr '13

Dear list members, my colleague and me are interested in the branching of aorta in the bottlenose dolphin. Is someone aware of any publication in this topic? If yes, could you please send me a copy of the article or a reference list. Thank you very much. Martina Duras, DVM, PhD Department of Anatomy, Histology and Embryology Faculty of Veterinary Medicine University of Zagreb Heinzelova 55 10000 Zagreb Croatia

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Volunteer dolphin research assistant opportunities June - September 2013, Northern Aegean, Greece
by mom.gr 05 Apr '13

05 Apr '13

logo blue MOm MOm/Hellenic Society for the Study and Protection of the Monk Seal "Northern Aegean Dolphin Project" <http://www.mom.gr> www.mom.gr Dolphin research volunteer - positions available for June - September 2013 Volunteer research assistant positions at the "Northern Aegean Dolphin Project" of MOm/Hellenic Society for the Study and Protection of the Monk seal have just become available for June - September 2013 to collect data on the dolphin population of the Northern Aegean Sea. About MOm/Hellenic Society for the Study and Protection of the Monk seal MOm/Hellenic Society for the Study and Protection of the Monk seal is a national Greek non-governmental environmental organization. The Society was founded in 1988 and since then has maintained a continued presence nationally and internationally as one of the most active NGOs in Greece. MOm is a member of the International Union for Conservation of Nature and has more than 8,500 supporters in Greece and abroad. The goal of the Society is to protect Greek marine biodiversity by protecting the critically endangered Mediterranean monk seal, along with a healthy marine environment for the present and future generations. Position description Volunteers are required to help with our research on the dolphin population of the Northern Aegean Sea in Greece. The study area is located in the area of Northern Sporades islands and within the National Marine Park of Alonissos, Northern Sporades. Volunteering at MOm is a fantastic opportunity for you to experiencing the unique marine biodiversity of Greece and make a positive contribution to marine wildlife conservation. The data you collect will contribute to a new research effort on bottlenose and common dolphin site usage, abundance, photo-identification and acoustic studies. Responsibilities/duties will include (but are not limited to): * Boat-based surveys * Data entry and checking * Updating sightings information Research assistant Training Following the boat surveys, the research staff of MOm will present research techniques and give specific training regarding the equipment used on the first day. Evening lectures by experts in the field will enrich volunteer knowledge regarding local ecology and marine mammals. In addition, the field station will be stocked with identification books, scientific literature, and other resources to assist with research. Participants will learn about topics such as: * Cetacean life history, behavior, and identification * Threats faced by marine mammals * Photo-identification techniques * Fisheries/marine mammal interactions * How the research data will be used for conservation and management purposes * Use of equipment (cameras, binoculars, GPS systems) * Data storage and computer software processing of digital photos for photo-identification of individuals Essential skills * An interest in wildlife and conservation * Positive, reliable, conscientious and mature attitude * Ability to work as part of a small team * Strong work ethic with an ability to work unsupervised * Adaptable and patient (particularly as boat work is weather dependent) * Fluency in English General requirements - Volunteer fee - How to apply For more information on volunteer/booking fees please visit: <http://www.mom.gr/static/project-information.html> http://www.mom.gr/static/project-information.html For further information Visit <http://www.mom.gr/static/northern-aegean-dolphins-project.html> http://www.mom.gr/static/northern-aegean-dolphins-project.html If you have any questions please email <mailto:info@mom.gr> info(a)mom.gr with an appropriate subject line. ============================================ MOm, HELLENIC SOCIETY FOR THE STUDY AND PROTECTION OF THE MONK SEAL 18 Solomou Str. GR-10682 Athens, Greece Tel.: +30-210-5222888, Fax: +30-210-5222450 e-mail: <mailto:support@mom.gr> support(a)mom.gr, web-site: <http://www.mom.gr> www.mom.gr

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FW: Important Dates for the 20th Biennial Conference on the Biology of Marine Mammals!
by Leslie Cornick 04 Apr '13

04 Apr '13

Hello MARMAMers! Please note the following important dates for the upcoming Biennial! Workshop/Symposium Submission Deadline Extended to April 15 - if you would like to propose a workshop or symposium follow this link: http://www.marinemammalscience.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=articl… Abstract Submission Deadline is May 1 - if you would like to submit an abstract follow this link: http://www.marinemammalscience.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=articl… Also please see the Important Dates link for other important, well, DATES! http://www.marinemammalscience.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=articl… Looking forward to seeing everyone in New Zealand! Cheers, Leslie Leslie A. Cornick, Ph.D. Department Chair, Environmental Science Associate Professor, Marine Biology lcornick(a)alaskapacific.edu<mailto:lcornick@alaskapacific.edu> 907.564.8885 Office 907.232.3112 Mobile

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New paper on dental erosion in dolphins
by Carolina Loch 04 Apr '13

04 Apr '13

Dear MARMAM subscribers, We are pleased to announce the publication of the following paper in the current issue of Marine Mammal Science: Dental erosion in South Atlantic dolphins (Cetacea: Delphinidae): A macro and microscopic approach Carolina Loch, Liliane J. Grando, Donald R. Schwass, Jules A. Kieser, R. Ewan Fordyce and Paulo C. Simões-Lopes doi:10.1111/j.1748-7692.2012.00562.x Volume 29, Issue 2, April 2013, Pages 338-347 Abstract Dental erosion is the demineralization of dental tissues independent of bacterial action, being related to ingestion of acidic substances or regurgitation of physiological acids. This condition has been documented and studied in humans and few other mammals, but only recently diagnosed in cetaceans. We analyzed teeth of 350 individuals from 10 species of South Atlantic delphinids. Specimens diagnosed with dental erosion were evaluated macroscopically and with light microscopy, Scanning Electron Microscopy and Micro-CT. Macroscopic characteristics and microscopic analysis revealed similar features as observed in humans. The overall low prevalence of erosion and higher incidence in the lingual faces of teeth is consistent with intrinsic acid reflux rather than dietary or environmental acids. Upper gastrointestinal tract disorders such as peptic ulcers and chronic gastritis are known to promote gastric reflux to the oral cavity. Dolphins reportedly may have severe parasite infection leading to gastric lesions, and may show positive biopsies for Helicobacter, bacteria related to occurrence of gastritis. Cetaceans present upper gastrointestinal disorders with potential to promote gastric reflux and generate dental erosion, but a clear connection among these factors requires further investigation. Keywords: Acid reflux, dolphin teeth, gastric lesions, Micro-CT, SEM. Full text is available at: http://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/j.1748-7692.2012.00562.x/full Or alternatively, a pdf can be requested at: carolinaloch(a)yahoo.com.br Best regards, MSc. Carolina Loch Silva PhD Candidate Geology Department, University of Otago Dunedin 9054, New Zealand http://www.otago.ac.nz/geology/people/students/loch/index.html & Laboratório de Mamíferos Aquáticos UFSCFlorianópolis, SC - Brasil

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Dolphin Research Courses in Slovenia
by Tilen Genov 04 Apr '13

04 Apr '13

Dear all, apologies for cross-posting. *Dolphin Research Courses in Slovenia, north Adriatic Sea* *Morigenos – Slovenian Marine Mammal Society* is announcing Dolphin Research Courses in Slovenia (north Adriatic Sea), where interested individuals can assist in the bottlenose dolphin and loggerhead turtle long-term research and conservation programme. For the 11th year in a row, the courses will be taking place in June, July, August and September 2013. Morigenos is a small research NGO that aims to combine scientific research, monitoring, education, public awareness, capacity building and management, to achieve effective conservation of the marine environment and biodiversity. More information about Morigenos work and its track record can be found at www.morigenos.org. The list of publications by Morigenos can be seen here: Publications<http://www.morigenos.org/index.php?path=Publications> . *Slovenian Dolphin Project* is a long-term research, monitoring and conservation programme, established in 2002 and focusing on bottlenose dolphins (*Tursiops truncatus*) in Slovenian and adjacent waters in the north Adriatic Sea. Bottlenose dolphins can be found in the area year-round and about 130 individuals have been photo-identified over the past 10 years. Research activities focus on dolphin distribution, abundance, behaviour, social structure, habitat use, feeding habits, fishery interactions and tourism impact, and aim to provide the scientific baseline for effective conservation of dolphins and their habitat. This research has been the basis for the implementation of Natura 2000 for bottlenose dolphins in Slovenia. Apart from dolphins, the research team also undertakes research on loggerheard turtles (*Caretta caretta*), which visit this area between April and October. *Morigenos Research Courses* offer interested people to join the research team for 10 days and participate in research activities. This includes boat surveys, land-based watches, theodolite tracking, photo-identification and behavioural observations. All the necessary training is provided through lectures, practical work in the field, and short workshops. Food and accommodation are included. Anyone above the age of 16 can participate, regardless of nationality, academic background or previous experience. This course enables you to participate in day-to-day research activities, as well as obtain background knowledge of marine mammal science, marine biology and conservation. It is equally suitable for students pursuing a career in marine mammal science and for those without an academic interest in this topic. By the end of this course, you will: - have a better understanding of current issues in marine mammal and turtle conservation; - obtain an overview of different methods for studying marine mammals in the wild; - acquire practical experience of pleasures and frustrations of marine mammal field research. Detailed information, dates and costs can be found here: Morigenos Research Courses<http://www.morigenos.org/index.php?path=Raziskovalni_tabori_delfini> *Applications* There is no selection. Applications are treated on a "first-come, first-served" basis. Please send an e-mail to morigenos(at)morigenos.org for registration or questions. *For those attending the ECS in Portugal * Morigenos team will be at the ECS conference in Setubal, Portugal. For those of you attending, please feel free to track down the team during the conference if you have questions regarding the courses. A good opportunity for that might be the Annual Student Meeting or the poster session (poster HI-10). Alternatively, you can send us an email and arrange a meeting, but please note that we might not have regular email access. ____________________________________________ Tilen Genov Head of Research MRes Marine Mammal Science Morigenos - Slovenian Marine Mammal Society Kidricevo nabrezje 4 6330 Piran Slovenia www.morigenos.org www.facebook.org/morigenos

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Recent paper on echolocation in Irrawaddy dolphins and Ganges river dolphins
by Frants Jensen 04 Apr '13

04 Apr '13

Dear colleagues, I am pleased to announce the publication of the following paper in the journal PLOS ONE: Jensen FH, Rocco A, Mansur RM, Smith BD, Janik VM, Madsen PT (2013): *"Clicking in Shallow Rivers: Short-Range Echolocation of Irrawaddy and Ganges River Dolphins in a Shallow, Acoustically Complex Habitat"*. PLOS ONE 8(4): e59284. doi:10.1371/journal.pone.0059284 The paper is open-access and can be downloaded at the following link: http://www.plosone.org/article/info:doi/10.1371/journal.pone.0059284 *Abstract: * Toothed whales (*Cetacea, odontoceti*) use biosonar to navigate their environment and to find and catch prey. All studied toothed whale species have evolved highly directional, high-amplitude ultrasonic clicks suited for long-range echolocation of prey in open water. Little is known about the biosonar signals of toothed whale species inhabiting freshwater habitats such as endangered river dolphins. To address the evolutionary pressures shaping the echolocation signal parameters of non-marine toothed whales, we investigated the biosonar source parameters of Ganges river dolphins (*Platanista gangetica gangetica*) and Irrawaddy dolphins (*Orcaella brevirostris*) within the river systems of the Sundarban mangrove forest. Both Ganges and Irrawaddy dolphins produced echolocation clicks with a high repetition rate and low source level compared to marine species. Irrawaddy dolphins, inhabiting coastal and riverine habitats, produced a mean source level of 195 dB (max 203 dB) re 1 µPapp whereas Ganges river dolphins, living exclusively upriver, produced a mean source level of 184 dB (max 191) re 1 µPapp. These source levels are 1–2 orders of magnitude lower than those of similar sized marine delphinids and may reflect an adaptation to a shallow, acoustically complex freshwater habitat with high reverberation and acoustic clutter. The centroid frequency of Ganges river dolphin clicks are an octave lower than predicted from scaling, but with an estimated beamwidth comparable to that of porpoises. The unique bony maxillary crests found in the Platanista forehead may help achieve a higher directionality than expected using clicks nearly an octave lower than similar sized odontocetes. ------------------------------------------------------ I hope you may find the paper interesting. Feel free to contact me for any questions. Frants H. Jensen -- Frants Havmand Jensen, Danish Council for Independent Research, Natural Sciences Postdoctoral Fellow, Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution, MA, USA Phone: (+1) 508 524 8436 Email: Frants.Jensen(a)gmail.com Web: http://www.whoi.edu/profile.do?id=fjensen

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Cetacean, seal and seabird courses 2013
by Powell Strong 04 Apr '13

04 Apr '13

WOW Short course 2013. New for this year is the WOW Whales and Dolphins for Beginners. The old favourites include: WOW Cetaceans and WOW Seals. WOW Seabird Monitoring and WOW Seabirds for Beginners are also running again. All carry UK nationally recognised qualifications. For all WOW short courses and more detail see http://coast.pembrokeshire.ac.uk/wow/ The general structure of a 3 day WOW course is to provide an introduction to identification, biology , sampling theory and field recording. The Cetacean course includes the option of boat survey. Seabirds courses will hopefully include a Skomer Island visit. The Seabird Monitoring course will be led by former RSPB Ramsey Island Warden, Ian Bullock. Courses are based on the Pembrokeshire coast, West Wales, UK, with approximately half the course spent in the class room and half in the field. Courses cost range from £100-150 per person. Pembrokeshire College and SeaTrust have been running WOW (Wildlife Observer Wales) short courses since 2007 These are not MMO courses, but do compliment a typical MMO course, by placing much greater emphasis on species identification and recording. Courses include the option of boat work and island visits at an additional cost. Funding may be available for persons employed in an associated field and based in the Wales area. More details on request. For more information see http://coast.pembrokeshire.ac.uk/wow/ or contact Powell Strong 01437 753 166 or p.strong(a)pembrokeshire.ac.uk<mailto:p.strong@pembrokeshire.ac.uk> To book on a course, contact admission(a)pembrokeshire.ac.uk<mailto:admission@pembrokeshire.ac.uk> Powell Strong Coastal Zone & Marine Environment Research Unit Pembrokeshire College Haverfordwest, Wales SA61 1SZ 00 44 1437 753 166/ 00 44 7917752207 http://coast.pembrokeshire.ac.uk/wow/ p.strong(a)pembrokeshire.ac.uk<mailto:p.strong@pembrokeshire.ac.uk> ________________________________ Mae'r e-bost hwn ac unrhyw ffeiliau atodedig yn gyfrinachol ac at sylw'r unigolyn neu'r sefydliad a enwir uchod. Bydd unrhyw farn neu sylwadau a fynegir yn perthyn i'r awdur yn unig ac ni chynrychiolant o anghenraid farn Coleg Sir Benfro. Os ydych chi wedi derbyn yr e-bost hwn ar gam, rhowch sylw i'r gweinyddwr ar y cyfeiriad canlynol: postmaster(a)pembrokeshire.ac.uk<mailto:postmaster@pembrokeshire.ac.uk> Cysidrwch yr amgylchedd - a oes wir angen argraffu'r ebost hwn? This email and any files transmitted with it are confidential and intended solely for the use of the individual or entity to whom they are addressed. Any views or opinions expressed are solely those of the author and do not necessarily represent those of Pembrokeshire College. If you have received this email in error please notify the administrator on the following address: postmaster(a)pembrokeshire.ac.uk<mailto:postmaster@pembrokeshire.ac.uk> Please consider the environment - do you really need to print this email?

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LAND BASED MINKE WHALE TRACKING IN ICELAND - VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
by Fredrik Christiansen 04 Apr '13

04 Apr '13

LAND BASED MINKE WHALE TRACKING IN ICELAND - VOLUNTEERS NEEDED I am looking for five volunteers to collect land based data on minke whale movement and diving behaviour in Iceland between the end of May (26th) and the end of August (31st) 2013. The project is part of a larger study looking at the effects of whalewatching on Minke whales in Iceland and the land based data constitutes the control (or natural) behaviour data of this project. A land based station, a 27m high lighthouse, will be used as a platform from which Minke whale movement and diving behaviour will be collected in the absence of tourist boats, by using a theodolite and computer. FIELD WORK DESCRIPTION Continuous focal follows of individual Minke whales will be conducted from land. One person will use a theodolite to measure the position of the Minke whale every time it surfaces, as well as the orientation of the animal and any conspicuous surface behaviours (e.g. feeding). A second person with binoculars will assist the theodolite tracker and make sure that no surfacing is missed or that no other Minke whales enter the study area which might confuse the theodolite tracker. A third person will enter all the data into a computer in real time, together with environmental data etc. Volunteers will rotate between these positions, but if a person is really skilled with theodolite tracking they might be given priority for tracking when weather conditions are particularly favourable. The work schedule for the lighthouse will be between 06:00 and 18:00 (depending on the weather) and volunteers will rotate on a two hours basis, rotating between theodolite tracking, binocular tracking, computer entry and being off duty. Tourist will regularly come up to the lighthouse and ask what you are working with, during which time you have to be polite and informative. The major of Garður is keen on advertising our work to locals and tourists, and you should assist him with this task as much as possible. As in any cetacean work, there will be days when work will be very intense due to favourable weather conditions, when you will be expected to work up to 10h in the field. Other days will have bad weather and no work, or half a day’s work or less, so you have to be flexible and work according to the weather. When you are not working in the field there will be data entry work to do, as well as everyday equipment cleaning work etc. You also need to help out with everyday tasks of cooking, cleaning etc. LOCATION The lighthouse and accommodation is located in Garður, about 30km west of Reykjavik, north of Keflavik, and overlooks the southern part of Faxaflói Bay. It’s a small town consisting of about 1400 people and facilities are limited. There is a supermarket, swimming hall and a cafe. A few times per day there is a free shuttle bus between Garður and Keflavik, which is a slightly bigger city (8000 people). Accommodation will consist of a shared house in Garður with bathroom and kitchen, provided by the municipality of Garður. Volunteers need to live and cook together. The house will most likely have internet connection. COSTS Regarding costs, unfortunately this is an unpaid volunteer position and you would have to cover your own travel expenses to and from Iceland, your travel insurance (required!), as well as your food expenses during the project. Accommodation will be provided for free by the project. QUALIFICATION As theodolite tracking of Minke whales is difficult and takes a long time to learn, priority will be given to people with PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE IN THEODOLITE TRACKING. If you have this sort of experience, please specify in your application when and where you worked with this, what species you were studying and what sort of data you collected (did you collect positional data for every surfacing or just one fix per surfacing bout?). How many hours of theodolite tracking (actively working with the theodolite) do you have roughly? As the feasibility of this project is relying strongly on assistants, the successful candidate will need to be able to STAY FOR THE ENTIRE DURATION OF THE PROJECT. A departure in the middle of the project would be very difficult to accommodate for, and therefore I wish you to really consider your availability for this summer before you decide to apply for this position. Apart from setting up the project for the first week, I will personally not be stationed in Garður or Iceland this summer due to other commitments. For this reason, the successful candidates would have to be GOOD AT WORKING INDEPENDENTLY and taking their own initiatives. My Icelandic supervisor will be available in Iceland, but up in Húsavik, meaning that smaller logistical tasks would have to be sorted out by the research team themselves. Of course, any costs related to the research project would be paid by me. The successful applicant will need to both work and live together with people from different countries and backgrounds and therefore needs to be a very tolerant and flexible person. During time periods of bad weather, or periods when whales are not seen for a long time, you might become very frustrated, but it’s important to remain polite and respectful in all situations. EXPECTATIONS As I mentioned, when the weather is bad there won’t be any field work, so those days can also be used to relax. As the field season is relatively short (3 months) and bad weather will prevent work for roughly half of these days, days off will not be scheduled, but rather taken opportunistically during days when the weather is bad. Therefore you will need to be stationed in Garður throughout these three months, so any plans to travel around Iceland should be done prior to or after this project. As Garður is small and geographically isolated, there isn’t much to do when you are not working, so if you are a person that needs a lot of stimulation then this project isn’t for you. There is a lot of beautiful nature around Garður to where you can walk, and many species of birds for bird lovers or photographers. Apart from Minke whales you can also sometimes see white beaked dolphins, harbour porpoises, basking sharks and seals from the coast. But for time periods when the weather is bad (sometimes for weeks) and there is no data processing to be done, I recommend that you bring along books, movies etc or whatever you like doing at your spare time basically. You should expect that the weather will be bad roughly half of the time you are in Iceland and prevent you from working. There will also be periods (sometimes weeks) when few or no Minke whales are sighted. For those periods it is important not to give up, and to keep working from the lighthouse, as the animals can return at any time. This is a rather difficult project, but to observing this species without disturbing it, and to see its natural behaviours is very rewarding. And even though being difficult, we managed to get a lot of data from last three seasons, showing that this project has great potential to be even better for 2013. I hope this project description hasn’t scared you off already, but I wanted to emphasize what the difficulties with this project are and that I am looking for people that can handle this sort of work and living conditions. This project will give you a great chance to work with an amazing species in an amazing place, and you will be able to learn some skills that are frequently practised in cetacean research and therefore really useful to know for anyone that wants to pursue a career in this field. Also you will have the opportunity to work with other like minded people from different countries and local Icelanders. WORK PERIOD: The tracking project is planned between the 26th of May and the 31st of August 2013. DAILY DUTIES: - collect Minke whale track data from land with theodolite - enter track data into computer in real time - data entry and processing - equipment cleaning and maintenance - talk and inform tourists and locals about the Minke whales and our work QUALIFICATIONS: - background in Marine biology/Oceanography preferable, but not necessary - previous wildlife field experience and ability to stand long working days - previous theodolite tracking skills - working knowledge of computers and MS Excel. Possibility to bring your own Laptop is much preferred - be hard-working, team oriented, able to share small living space - be adaptable, flexible and patient as fieldwork is highly weather dependent - good English language skills HOW TO APPLY: Send CV and resume. The resume should include the following: - details of your availability (ONLY APPLICANTS THAT CAN COMMIT FOR THE ENTIRE DURATION OF THE PROJECT WILL BE CONSIDERED) - contact details of two referees (no letters of recommendation needed) - a brief description of yourself including your interest in biology and what you hope to gain from this experience - any previous experience in theodolite tracking - any dietary requirements (i.e. vegetarian, vegan, etc.) Send applications to: Fredrik Christiansen (PhD Student) University of Aberdeen Institute of Biological Sciences Tillydrone Ave Aberdeen AB24 2TZ United Kingdom E-mail: f.christiansen(a)live.se Mobile: +44 78 18725081

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Request of images, Sea Mammals, Handbook of the Mammals of the World
by Jose Luis Copete 04 Apr '13

04 Apr '13

Dear colleagues, My name is José Luis Copete and I am one of the Photographic Editors of the Handbook of the Mammals of the World series. As you probably already know, we are now working on some global processes for Volume 4: Sea Mammals. One of these processes involves choosing the color photographs included in the Family Text of each chapter. The photo selection focuses on covering as many species as possible and aims to illustrate the different morphological, biological, and behavioural aspects (food and feeding, breeding, etc.) of the species that make up each family. So far, we have received around 15,000 photographs from various photographers, agencies and collaborators. However, the uniqueness of this mammal group means that it is proving more difficult than usual to obtain good-quality images showing the specific aspects mentioned above, especially underwater images. For this reason, we would please kindly ask that you send any photographic material that could be appropriate for your chapter bearing in mind the aim of the photo selection. The photographs must be in high-resolution electronic format, at least 300 dpi (or ppi) and 20 cm wide. Besides the technical requirements mentioned, it is important that they are close-up images of the species in question and that they are in focus. Please note that if the photos have not been taken in the wild, it is always better if the artificial components are not obvious. For some of the families included we have received few images, these are Pontoporiidae (Franciscana Dolphin), Ziphiidae, Phocoenidae, Platanistidae, Lipotidae, Iniidae, Monodontidae, Eschrichtiidae, Kogiidae and Neobalaenidae, so any image showing these species would be interesting. We offer for any picture published a fee of 120US$, or a free copy of the book, or any other volume of the HMW series (or Handbook of the Birds of the World series, for those also interested in birds). We pay for the use for only one time, non-exclusively, of each picture. That means we don't own the image, which is of course still owned by the photographer, who can sell it in the future as many times as wanted. I can send an Excel file with all the species considered (English and scientific names included) for those interested to collaborate. Please don't hesitate to write me to ask for any questions you should have regarding the photographic organization of the HMW series. With very best wishes, José Luis Copete _________________________________________________________________ José Luis Copete Handbook of the Birds of the World Handbook of the Mammals of the World Lynx Edicions Montseny, 8 E-08193 Bellaterra, Barcelona, Spain. Phone: +34-93 594 77 10 Fax: +34-93 592 09 69 <blocked::BLOCKED::mailto:jlcopete@hbw.com> jlcopete(a)hbw.com www.lynxeds.com

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Fund to support young UK based researchers in Marine Conservation
by Elizabeth Downes 03 Apr '13

03 Apr '13

The Alasdair Downes Marine Conservation Fund We would like to bring your attention to a new marine conservation project-funding opportunity. The Alasdair Downes Marine Conservation Fund will be awarding several small project grants to support younger researchers/educationalists to carry out projects that contribute to marine conservation as well as contributing to their career and personal development. The researchers must be UK based but the research may take place throughout the world. The deadline for applications is 19th May 2013. Full details can be found at the Fund’s web sitehttp://www.alasdair-downes-fund.info/. including information from the recipients in 2012. If you know of a young person who could apply for this could you please pass the information on to them. with best wishes Elizabeth Downes

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