January 2016 - MARMAM - devlists.uvic.ca

Free online seminars: Risk assessment of environmental noise impacts
by Frank Thomsen 07 Jan '16

07 Jan '16

Hello colleagues I would like to draw your attention to free online seminars that DHI is organising if you want to learn more about how to assess the impacts of underwater noise on marine life. The seminars will also introduce new tools that can be used for noise modelling. The seminars will take place: * 20th of January: 9-10 CET - for further info and registration click here<http://www.theacademybydhi.com/course-sessions/risk-assessment-of-environme…> * 20th of January: 16-17 CET - for further info and registration click here<http://www.theacademybydhi.com/course-sessions/risk-assessment-of-environme…> We are also organising a training course 9th of March in Denmark where you can learn more about noise risk assessments and noise modelling. Further info can be found here<http://www.theacademybydhi.com/course-sessions/modelling-of-underwater-acou…> Best regards, Frank Thomsen Ph.D. Senior Marine Scientist and Business Development Manager Ecology and Environment (DK-EED) [DHI logo] DHI Agern Allé 5 DK-2970 Hørsholm Denmark Tel: +45 4516 9200 Direct: +45 4516 9446 frth(a)dhigroup.com<mailto:frth@dhigroup.com> www.dhigroup.com<http://www.dhigroup.com> The expert in WATER ENVIRONMENTS This message contains information which may be confidential and privileged. Unless you are the intended recipient (or authorised to receive this message for the intended recipient), you may not use, copy, disseminate or disclose any information contained in it thereof. If you have received this communication in error, please advise the sender appropriately by reply e-mail, and then delete it. Thank you very much.

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Final Call For Living Seas Volunteer Applications at Cardigan Bay Marine Wildlife Centre, New Quay, West Wales
by CBMWC 07 Jan '16

07 Jan '16

WTSWW_high_res_logoCBMWC logo without boarderCardigan Bay Marine Wildlife Centre New Quay Wales <http://www.cbmwc.org/> www.cbmwc.org Living Seas Volunteers 2016 Dedicated to conserving Cardigan Bays marine wildlife through education and research Cardigan Bay Marine Wildlife Centre (CBMWC) is recruiting volunteers for the 2016 season (March to November) to collect data on the marine wildlife of Cardigan Bay and to help run our visitor centre, educational and awareness raising activities. About CBMWC The Cardigan Bay Marine Wildlife Centre is based in New Quay, west Wales, UK. Since 1996 we have been dedicated to raising awareness of the local marine environment through education and research. Using boat-based and land-based surveys, photo-ID and acoustic studies we monitor bottlenose dolphin, harbour porpoise and Atlantic grey seal populations in the Cardigan Bay Special Area of Conservation (SAC) and wider Irish Sea. We also run a busy visitor centre as well as an education and activity room which offers marine educational and awareness raising activities for families, school and groups. In April 2015 we became part of the Wildlife Trust of South and West Wales (WTSWW) and will be delivering the trusts Living Seas programme. Why Volunteer Volunteering for the Wildlife Trust of South and West Wales at CBMWC is a fantastic opportunity for you to make a positive contribution to marine wildlife conservation and meet new people who share your interests. You will learn about the species and habitats in Cardigan Bay, gain experience in field work, research methods, data processing, public awareness and education programmes. The data you collect will contribute to long running research studies on bottlenose dolphin site usage, abundance, photo-identification and acoustic studies. Positions We are recruiting for · Living Seas Research Volunteers (multiple positions) For specific periods from 14th March through to 31st October 2016. Tasks include conducting land and boat based marine mammal surveys, data entry, running our visitor centre and helping with educational events. Please visit www.cbmwc.org/volunteer/seasonal-volunteers/ for dates, further information about the role and details on how to apply. · ShoreFin Volunteers (2 positions) Must commit to the entire research season from 14th March to 31st October 2016. Tasks include photographing dolphins in New Quay Bay, sorting, matching and cataloguing dolphin photographs, writing the ShoreFin report and assisting with the other aspects of our work such as conducting land surveys. Please visit www.cbmwc.org/volunteer/shorefin-volunteers/ for further information on the role and details of how to apply. · Atlantic Grey Seal ID Volunteer (1 position) Must commit to the entire research season from 14th March to 31st October 2016. Tasks include analysing photos of Atlantic grey seals, sorting and matching using ExtractCompare, writing a research report and assisting with the other aspects of our work such as conducting land surveys. Please visit www.cbmwc.org/volunteer/seal-photo-id/ for further information on the role and details of how to apply. · Assistant Volunteer Coordinator (Voluntary) (1 position) Must commit to the entire research season from 14th March to 31st October 2016. Tasks include assisting with volunteer coordination and training, assisting with the administration of CBMWC, assisting with CBMWC research projects and assisting with the other aspects of our work such as conducting land surveys. Please visit www.cbmwc.org/volunteer/volunteer-co-ordinator/ for further information on the role and details of how to apply. · Living Seas Education and Awareness Volunteer (1 position) Must commit to the entire research season from 14th March to 31st October 2016. Tasks include helping to run education events, assisting with developing new educational materials and activities, promoting work of WTSWW and CBMWC and assisting with the other aspects of our work such as conducting land surveys. Please visit www.cbmwc.org/volunteer/education-assistant/ for further information on the role and details of how to apply. Applications close at midnight 17th January 2016 Volunteer fee An administration fee of £45 will be required from all successful applicants. Accommodation and expense arrangements Shared accommodation in a comfortable and fully equipped house will be arranged for successful volunteers (where required) at a cost of £55 per week, including bills. Please be aware that volunteers share same sex bedrooms. Volunteers are responsible for their own food, travel and accommodation costs. Due to payment arrangements with the house owners, accommodation costs are required in advance to cover the cost of each block so before applying please ensure that you can cover this and all other expenses. For further information Visit www.cbmwc.org/ If you have any questions please email volunteer(a)cbmwc.org with an appropriate subject line or call Laura on 01545 560224. ----------------------------- Sarah Perry Living Seas Science Officer Wildlife Trust of South and West Wales ----------------------------- Cardigan Bay Marine Wildlife Centre, Patent Slip Building, Glanmor Terrace, New Quay, Ceredigion, SA45 9PS Ffon/Phone: 01545 560224 Website: www.cbmwc.org Website: www.welshwildlife.org

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Please post : Marine Volunteer opportunities in SW Ireland
by Lucy Hunt 07 Jan '16

07 Jan '16

*Marine biology volunteer positions available at Sea Synergy Marine Awareness and Activity Centre, Waterville, Co. Kerry, Ireland: 2016 summer season* Sea Synergy is a new Marine Awareness and Activity Centre set up by marine biologist Lucy Hunt in the beautiful coastal village Waterville located on the famed picturesque Ring of Kerry and Wild Atlantic Way driving routes in SW Ireland. For more info please visit www.seasynergy.ie The marine awareness centre incorporates an interactive marine exhibition of Irish marine life, a small gift shop and a booking office for marine activities in the area. Marine awareness and education programmes are run from the centre throughout the summer including children and family beach workshops, snorkelling, nature surveys, hatchery and lake tours, summer camps and indoor presentations. Sea Synergy is involved in and reports to a number of ongoing research projects such as Coastwatch, Seasearch, IWDG reporting schemes. There are three full time volunteer positions available for start June – end Sept 2016. Preference will be given to candidates that can volunteer for longer periods of time and who fit the below requirements. (More positions may also be available in August so please include how long you can come for and when you are available). *Education and Outreach officer duties (2):* Working alongside owner of Sea Synergy you will: - Develop the marine education programme - Supervise children and adult marine workshops on the beaches and in the centre - Show people around the exhibition centre - Generate marine awareness presentations and games - Give marine wildlife presentations - Provide marine wildlife talks on boats when possible - Host travelling marine workshops - Create educational and promotional resources - Promote social networking and public relations - Assist in research and field survey work - Work in gift shop/booking office/exhibition reception *Research development officer duties* Working alongside owner of Sea Synergy you will: - Develop research and survey programme incl. Coastwatch, Shore Thing, local nature studies & trails - Record, organise data and report to relevant organisations - Supervise local headland watches for marine mammals and birds - Organise and conduct public whale watches from local headland - Set up and attend boat based surveys when possible - Provide talks/presentations on marine wildlife and survey involvement - Encourage the public in surveys - citizen science - Teach children and public survey methods - Promote social networking and public relations - Work in gift shop/ exhibition reception & centre/booking office *Important skills/qualifications* *Essential:* - Background in marine biology/environmental science or similar - Keen interest in marine conservation and education - First Aid skills - Be enthusiastic and possess a caring, patient & positive attitude, with a strong desire to learn - Strong commitment to volunteering work - Must be able to use own initiative and have desire for independent actions/thoughts and work without continuous supervision - Ability to work well in a team - Confidence to interact with the public, especially children - Excellent verbal and writing/reporting skills - Good organizational and workload management skills - Good IT skills *Desirable:* - Strong interest in and knowledge of Irish marine biodiversity - Previous experience snorkeling or scuba diving certificate - Previous experience in public speaking - Marketing and social media skills - Previous experience working with children - Previous experience in survey work (e.g. headland watches, coastal surveys) - Previous experience in data handling - Previous experience with aquaria - Ability to work long hours outdoors in variable weather - Capability to work well on boats - Life saving and Advanced First Aid skills - Have own transport *Opportunities:* - Live in one of the most beautiful parts of Ireland for the summer - See some of Ireland’s amazing marine life on watches and surveys - Snorkel, or possibly scuba dive (if qualified) and observe Ireland’s coastal waters - Work with like-minded and enthusiastic team - Visit UNESCO world heritage site Skellig Micheal - Be part of survey vessels, wildlife tour boats and Skellig trips - Develop your skills in marine surveying, outreach, education and awareness - Gain experience with Waterville Lakes & Rivers Trust in salmon and seatrout conservation measures To view more of Sea Synergy and the area where you could be working watch this video clip from a programme featured on TV3 Lucy Hunt - Sea Synergy Waterville, Co. Kerry <https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nqViW5xldV8&feature=youtu.be> Or see our schools promo clip on our new Youtube channel <https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AG6JcZPJQDI> Shared accommodation can be arranged with the Sea Synergy team at your own expense (ranging from €50-70pw depending on house availablity). TO APPLY: Please send a cover letter with your CV and available times for summer 2016 to Lucy Hunt at seasynergy(a)gmail.com. TITLED: *VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES *Application deadline is *20**th** of Feb*. Interviews will be conducted in March via skype/tel or in person. For more information please send an email to seasynergy(a)gmail.com or call +353 (0) 877850929. Add us on Facebook *LH Marine & Sea Synergy* Follow us on Twitter *LHMARINE_info* *www.seasynergy.ie <http://www.seasynergy.ie>* -- *Lucy* [image: Inline image 1] Lucy Hunt MSc. Founder & Managing Director - Sea Synergy Marine Awareness & Activity Centre Waterville Co. Kerry www.seasynergy.ie +353 877850929

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FWC SWFL Marine Mammal Internships
by Levine, Daniel 06 Jan '16

06 Jan '16

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission's Marine Mammals section at the Charlotte Harbor Field Lab is accepting applications for spring interns to begin in February. Normally, four positions are available per year: two positions in the spring (January-April) and two positions in the fall (September-December). Schedules will be Sunday-Wednesday and Wednesday-Saturday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., but some additional evening and weekend hours may be required. We occasionally accept, self-motivated individuals during the summer session. Interns will assist with manatee rescue, carcass salvage, and research for ten counties, and cetacean rescue, carcass salvage, and research for three counties in southwest Florida. Interns will operate trucks, trailers, and boats up to 22' in length. Interns will assist with manatee and dolphin field necropsies as needed and conduct photo ID and radio tracking research as time permits. Interns will also complete mortality reports, label and catalog slides, perform equipment maintenance, and assist with other office and public outreach work as needed. The intern is required to complete a project and a 10-15 minute presentation at the end of their internship. This position is unpaid and housing is not provided. Interns must provide their own transportation to and from the field station. Qualifications: · College juniors, seniors, and recent graduates are eligible. · Interns must have some research field experience. · Interns must be comfortable speaking to the public. · Previous experience in the use of 35 mm cameras, telephoto lenses, and filters is preferred, but can be trained. · Computer literacy · Previous animal handling experience is desirable but not necessary. · Ability to trailer and operate watercrafts up to 22' in length and experience with radio telemetry tracking gear is desirable. · Interns must possess a valid US Class E driver's license, be able to lift 50 lbs., and swim. · Interns should understand that this job will require them to be wet, dirty and outdoors in all weather conditions. Application Process: We are accepting applications for the fall, summer and winter-spring sessions. Please indicate in your cover letter the position for which you are applying. Please send a hard copy of your résumé along with your cover letter, college transcripts, three references, and contact information to the following address: Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission Fish and Wildlife Research Institute Southwest Field Laboratory 585 Prineville Drive Port Charlotte, FL 33954 Office: (941) 613-0944 Fax: (941) 613-0948 Interns(a)MyFWC.com<mailto:Interns@MyFWC.com> Daniel A. Levine Marine Mammal Biologist Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission Fish and Wildlife Research Institute Southwest Field Lab 585 Prineville St Port Charlotte, FL 33954 Office:(941)613-0946 ext 115 Fax:(941)613-0948 daniel.levine(a)myfwc.com Manatee Hotline:1-888-404-3922

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New publication: Occurrence, group size and habitat use of humpback dolphins (Sousa plumbea) in Algoa Bay, South Africa
by Plon, Stephanie (Dr) (Summerstrand Campus South) 06 Jan '16

06 Jan '16

Dear MARMAM subscribers, My co-authors and I are pleased to announce a new publication on humpback dolphins (Sousa plumbea) in South Africa: R. P. Koper, L. Karczmarski, D. Du Preez, and S. Plön (2015) Sixteen years later: Occurrence, group size, and habitat use of humpback dolphins (Sousa plumbea) in Algoa Bay, South Africa Marine Mammal Science. DOI: 10.1111/mms.12279. Abstract: Coastal dolphins are more prone to cumulative impacts of environmental and anthropogenic changes than pelagic species. However, few studies use historical comparisons to evaluate those impacts across a temporal scale. The study presented here describes the pattern of occurrence, group size, behavior, and habitat use of humpback dolphins in Algoa Bay and compares these to a similar study conducted in the early 1990s. Results indicate a considerable change in the frequency of occurrence. Furthermore, the mean group size has decreased from six to three individuals, mainly due to an increase in occurrence of solitary individuals (36.3% vs. 15.4%). Foraging, which was previously the predominant activity (64%), has now been replaced by traveling (49%). Moreover, dolphins showed a negative reaction towards a variety of watercrafts and swimmers. These observed differences could be due to a change in prey abundance, direct anthropogenic disturbance, and/or population decline. We emphasize the need for long-term environmental and biological data series and long-term monitoring of the demographics of this population to accurately assess any changes observed in future. For any further info please contact stephanie.plon(a)nmmu.ac.za<mailto:stephanie.plon@nmmu.ac.za>. Dr. Stephanie Plön Coastal and Marine Research Institute Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University PO Box 77000 Port Elizabeth, 6031 Tel: 041-5042877 Cell: 076-3791067 Fax: 041-5832317 ________________________________ NOTICE: Please note that this eMail, and the contents thereof, is subject to the standard NMMU eMail disclaimer which may be found at: http://www.nmmu.ac.za/disclaimer/email.htm

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Distance sampling workshops, St Andrews, August 2016
by Eric Rexstad 06 Jan '16

06 Jan '16

The Centre for Research into Ecological and Environmental Modelling (CREEM) is hosting two linked workshops in the summer of 2016 in our purpose-built facilities at the University of St. Andrews, Scotland. Participation in these workshops will 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 (16-19 August) will run at an introductory level, and will focus on distance sampling methods, largely 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. Note that we have moved the 'automated survey design' and 'incorporating covariates in detection function' from the advanced workshop into the introductory workshop. The advanced distance sampling workshop (22-25 August) will include advanced treatment of analyses in which detectability on the transect line is not assumed to be perfect (the so-called g(0) problem) and spatial (or density surface) modelling. We will showcase a series of R packages for performing standard as well as sophisticated analyses in R. The aim of this workshop is to perform non-standard and sophisticated distance sampling analyses. 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 all 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 laptops. Additional details regarding the workshop can be found at our website http://creem2.st-andrews.ac.uk/distance-sampling-workshops-st-andrews-augus… -- 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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New publication: Mediterranean Fin Whales (Balaenoptera physalus) Threatened by Dolphin MorbilliVirus
by Sandro Mazzariol 05 Jan '16

05 Jan '16

Dear colleagues, My co-authors and I are pleased to announce the following publication: Mazzariol S, Centelleghe C, Beffagna G, Povinelli M, Terracciano G, Cocumelli C, Pintore A., Denurra D., Casalone C., Pautasso A., Di Francesco C.E., Di Guardo G. Mediterranean fin whales (Balaenoptera physalus) threatened by dolphin morbillivirus. Emerg Infect Dis. 2016 Feb. http://dx.doi.org/10.3201/eid2202.150882 Abstract: During 2011–2013, dolphin morbillivirus was molecularly identified in 4 stranded fin whales from the Mediterranean Sea. Nucleoprotein, phosphoprotein, and hemagglutinin gene sequences of the identified strain were highly homologous with those of a morbillivirus that caused a 2006–2007 epidemic in the Mediterranean. Dolphin morbillivirus represents a serious threat for fin whales. The paper is available online on Emerging Infectious Diseases as ahead of print: http://wwwnc.cdc.gov/eid/article/22/2/15-0882_article Kind Regards and Happy New Year, Sandro Mazzariol -- Dr. Sandro Mazzariol, DVM, PhD Dipartimento di Biomedicina Comparata e Alimentazione (BCA) Università degli Studi di Padova Cetaceans strandings Emergency Response Team (CERT) AGRIPOLIS - Ed. Museo Viale dell'Università 16 35020 - Legnaro (PD) tel.: +39 049 827 2963 fax: +39 049 827 2973 skype: smazzariol

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New Publication: Humpback whale diets respond to variance in ocean climate and ecosystem conditions in the California Current
by Alyson Fleming 05 Jan '16

05 Jan '16

Dear colleagues, My co-authors and I are pleased to announce the following publication: Fleming AH, Clark CT, Calambokidis J, Barlow J (2015) *Humpback whale diets respond to variance in ocean climate and ecosystem conditions in the California Current*. Global Change Biology. DOI: 10.1111/gcb.13171 Large, migratory predators are often cited as sentinel species for ecosystem processes and climate-related changes, but their utility as indicators is dependent upon an understanding of their response to environmental variability. Documentation of the links between climate variability, ecosystem change and predator dynamics is absent for most top predators. Identifying species that may be useful indicators and elucidating these mechanistic links provides insight into current ecological dynamics and may inform predictions of future ecosystem responses to climatic change. We examine humpback whale response to environmental variability through stable isotope analysis of diet over a dynamic 20-year period (1993–2012) in the California Current System (CCS). Humpback whale diets captured two major shifts in oceanographic and ecological conditions in the CCS. Isotopic signatures reflect a diet dominated by krill during periods characterized by positive phases of the North Pacific Gyre Oscillation (NPGO), cool sea surface temperature (SST), strong upwelling and high krill biomass. In contrast, humpback whale diets are dominated by schooling fish when the NPGO is negative, SST is warmer, seasonal upwelling is delayed and anchovy and sardine populations display increased biomass and range expansion. These findings demonstrate that humpback whales trophically respond to ecosystem shifts, and as a result, their foraging behavior is a synoptic indicator of oceanographic and ecological conditions across the CCS. Multi-decadal examination of these sentinel species thus provides insight into biological consequences of interannual climate fluctuations, fundamental to advancing ecosystem predictions related to global climate change. The paper is available online: http://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/gcb.13171/full Questions or requests for PDF copies can be directed to alyson.fleming(a)gmail.com. Kind regards, Alyson Fleming -- Alyson Fleming James Smithson Postdoctoral Fellow National Museum of Natural History, Smithsonian Institution (617) 913-9724

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Advanced PAMGuard course - final announcement
by PAMTech 05 Jan '16

05 Jan '16

PAMTech (pamtech.eu) is offering an Advanced PAMGuard course, teaching the advanced use of the leading passive acoustic monitoring research and industry software, PAMGuard (pamguard.org) for offline analysis. We are a small UK-based company made up of PAMGuard developers and experienced field acousticians who can enable you to get the most out of PAM applications. A high tutor-to-student ratio on our courses ensures participants can get individual assistance with their training requirements. Our next course is running on: 29/01/2016 and 30/01/2016 This two-day classroom-based course allows those with previous PAMGuard experience to get to grips with more advanced features, focusing on offline analysis and data management. The course will include some core analysis modules, but participants will also be able to tailor training to their particular needs by selecting from a range of optional modules including complex classifiers and localisation techniques, and the PAMGuard MATLAB library. There is also the opportunity to bring your own datasets and explore ways they can be analysed using PAMGuard. The course will take place on the Vine Trust Barge, Prince of Wales Dock, Edinburgh, EH6 7DX, Scotland, UK. Cost 350 GBP Participants must bring their own laptop running Linux or Windows (not OSX). We would recommend Windows 7/8.1 or Ubuntu 12.10+. Microsoft Access is also very useful for the course. For those wishing to follow the MATLAB module, a copy of MATLAB version 2012 or above is required. Course costs do not include accommodation, travel or food. To find out more, contact: pamtech.acoustics(a)gmail.com Or go to: pamtech.eu To book go to: http://pamtechadvancedpamguard.eventzilla.net (50% non-refundable deposit required)

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LAJAM Pteronura Special Issue_announcement
by Lajam Editors 05 Jan '16

05 Jan '16

Dear Readers: We are happy to let you know that the Latin American Journal of Aquatic Mammals has just published its latest issue 10(2) (Special Issue on Giant Otter *Pteronura brasiliensis*) at http://lajamjournal.org/index.php/lajam. We invite you to review the Table of Contents and visit our web site to review articles and items of interest. Thanks for the continuing interest in our work, Dr. Miriam Marmontel Instituto de Desenvolvimento Sustentável Mamirauá lajam.editors(a)gmail.com LAJAM, Editor-in-Chief Latin American Journal of Aquatic Mammals Vol 10, No 2 (2015): Special Issue on Giant River Otter Pteronura brasiliensis Table of Contents http://lajamjournal.org/index.php/lajam/issue/view/27 Editorial -------- Editorial (70-74) Miriam Marmontel, Danielle Lima, Paul Van Damme, Jessica Groenendijk, Fernando Trujillo Reviews -------- Advances in the study of giant otter (Pteronura brasiliensis): ecology, behavior, and conservation: a review (75-98) Nicole Duplaix, Emanuela Evangelista, Fernando C. W. Rosas Articles -------- Giant otter (Pteronura brasiliensis) distribution, relative abundance and conservation in northwestern Bolivia (99-106) Guido Ayala, Robert Benedict Wallace, Maria Viscarra, Cynthya Jurado Distribution and status of giant otter (Pteronura brasiliensis) in the Pantanal wetland, Brazil (107-114) Walfrido M. Tomas, André R. Camilo, Carolina Ribas, Caroline Leuchtenberger, Paulo André Lima Borges, Guilherme Mourão, Luiz A. Pellegrin Cub biometry, litter size and reproductive period of giant oters (Pteronura brasiliensis) at the Balbina Hydroelectric Reservoir, Amazonas, Brazil (115-121) Bruno Freitas Bozzetti, Márcia Munick Mendes Cabral, Fernando Weber Rosas Negative interactions between giant otters (Pteronura brasiliensis) and local fisheries in the Amazon and Orinoco basins in Colombia (122-130) Fernando Trujillo, Andrea Caro, Sindy Martínez, María Victoria Rodríguez-Maldonado The use of premaxillary bones of six fish species in giant otter (Pteronura brasiliensis) diet analysis (131-142) Maria del Pilar Becerra Cardona, Heiddy Asunción Mallea Cardenas, Paul André Van Damme Notes -------- First giant otter distribution survey in the southeast of Roraima, Brazil, with notes on the OSG Guidelines for a Standardization of Survey Methods (143-146) Emanuela Evangelista, Chiara Tosi Rediscovery of Pteronura brasiliensis in the Amanã Sustainable Development Reserve, Amazonas, Brazil (147-151) Miriam Marmontel, Jorge Calvimontes, Oldemar Carvalho Jr. Protection and monitoring of the giant otter (Pteronura brasiliensis) in Cantão State Park, Tocantins, Brazil (152-155) George Georgiadis, Silvana Campello, Benaya N. Leles What do we know about Pteronura brasiliensis in Uruguay? (156-158) Martin Buschiazzo, Enrique M. González, Alvaro Soutullo A case study of artificial feeding of an unweaned giant otter (Pteronura brasiliensis) cub (159-162) Marcia Munick Mendes Cabral, Carolina Ribas, Fernando Cesar Weber Rosas A reliable method for sexing giant otters (Pteronura brasiliensis) in the wild (163-165) Jessica Groenendijk, Frank Hajek -- Miriam Marmontel Editor-in-Chief Latin American Journal of Aquatic Mammals http://www.lajamjournal.org/

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