May 2017 - MARMAM - devlists.uvic.ca

New publication: Insecticide pyrethroids in liver of striped dolphin from the Mediterranean Sea.
by Joan Giménez Verdugo 02 May '17

02 May '17

Dear colleagues, We are pleased to announce our recent article published in the journal Environmental Pollution: .Aznar-Alemany, Ò., Giménez, J., de Stephanis, R., Eljarrat, E., & Barceló, D. (2017). Insecticide pyrethroids in liver of striped dolphin from the Mediterranean Sea. *Environmental Pollution*, *225*, 346-353. *Abstract*: Pyrethroid pesticides were analysed in liver of striped dolphin (*Stenella coeruleoalba*) from the Alboran Sea (south of Spain, Mediterranean Sea). The occurrence and bioaccumulation of pyrethroid insecticides in marine mammal tissues from the northern hemisphere had never been determined before. Pyrethroids were detected in 87% of the specimens with a mean total concentration of 300 ng g-1 lw ± 932 (range 2.7–5200 ng g-1 lw). Permethrin and tetramethrin were the main contributors to the pyrethroid profiles, with enantiospecific accumulation for the first and isomer specific accumulation for the latter. Bioaccumulation of pyrethroids was unlike that of persistent organic pollutants (POPs), as pyrethroid concentrations were not correlated to the maturity stage of the specimens. Concentrations slightly increased from calves to juveniles, whereas juveniles presented similar concentrations to adults. Metabolization of pyrethroids after achieving sexual maturity might account for this pattern. Article available at: http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0269749117300945 or https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Joan_Gimenez2 Best Regards, Joan -- *Joan Giménez Verdugo* *PhD Student* *Severo Ochoa* Estación Biológica de Doñana (EBD-CSIC) Department of Conservation Biology Americo Vespucio Ave, s/n 41092 Sevilla (Spain) www.ebd.csic.es --- Research Gate: Joan Giménez <https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Joan_Gimenez2> Phone: +34 619 176 849 ü Please consider the environment before printing this E-mail

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New publication: Biogeography of top predators – seabirds and cetaceans – along four latitudinal transects in the Atlantic Ocean
by Dominik Nachtsheim 02 May '17

02 May '17

Dear MARMAM readers, my co-authors and I are very pleased to announce the following publication, currently in press in the journal Deep-Sea Research II - Topical Studies in Oceanography. This paper is part of the Special Issue "Abundance, distribution and habitats of Atlantic and Mediterranean marine megafauna", which will appear soon. Jungblut, S., Nachtsheim, D. A., Boos, K., & Joiris, C. R. (2017). Biogeography of top predators – seabirds and cetaceans – along four latitudinal transects in the Atlantic Ocean. Deep Sea Research Part II: Topical Studies in Oceanography. *Abstract* The distribution, abundance, and species assemblage of top predators - seabirds and cetaceans - can be correlated to water masses as defined by hydrological parameters. In comparison to other oceans, information about the structuring effects of water masses on top predators in the Atlantic Ocean is limited. The present study aims 1) to provide baseline distributional data of top predators for future comparisons, for instance in the course of climate change, and 2) to test how water masses and seasons affect distributional patterns of seabirds and cetaceans in the temperate and tropical Atlantic. During four trans-equatorial expeditions of the RV Polarstern between 2011 and 2014, at-sea observation data of seabirds, cetaceans and other megafauna were collected. Counts of top predators were generally low in the surveyed regions. Statistical analyses for the eight most abundant seabird species and the pooled number of cetaceans revealed water masses and seasons to account for differences in counts and thus also distribution. In most cases, borders between water masses were not very distinct due to gradual changes in surface water properties. Thus, top predator counts were correlated to water masses but, in contrast to polar waters, not strongly linked to borders between water masses. Additional factors, e.g. distance to locally productive areas (upwelling), competition effects, and seabird associations to prey-accumulating subsurface predators may be similarly important in shaping distributional patterns of top predators in the tropical and temperate Atlantic, but could not be specifically tested for here. The full text can be accessed via the following link: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.dsr2.2017.04.005 All count data of seabirds, cetaceans and other marine megafauna as well as related metadata were made publicly available via the data library PANGAEA: https://doi.pangaea.de/10.1594/PANGAEA.868992 For any inquiries or requests do not hesitate to contact me at: d.nachtsheim(a)outlook.de OR dominik.nachtsheim(a)tiho-hannover.de ! Cheers, Dominik Nachtsheim & co-authors --- Dominik A. Nachtsheim, M.Sc. University of Veterinary Medicine Hannover, Foundation Institute for Terrestrial and Aquatic Wildlife Research (ITAW) Werftstr. 6 25761 Büsum Germany Dominik.Nachtsheim(a)tiho-hannover.de Tel: +49 511 856-8171 Fax: +49 511 856-8181 ResearchGate: https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Dominik_Nachtsheim<https://owa.tiho-hannover.de/owa/redir.aspx?C=GPOGkPGij1O6saRP_8UH09gcR0CMv…>

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Sea Life Park Hawaii Internships
by Kandace Campbell 01 May '17

01 May '17

Become a Sea Life Park Intern Sea Life Park Hawai'i offers several types of un-paid internship opportunities near Honolulu, including: Marine Mammal Care & Training, Seabird Care & Rehabilitation, Veterinary Technician, and Educator Experiences. Many interns receive course credit for their internships. We will be happy to work with your college or university to develop a program tied to your academic goals. Our internships are ideal for students who love marine animals and want hands–on experience working with them. Internships may also involve individual research projects. Those working within the marine mammal departments will also have the opportunity to gain in-depth knowledge of animal training through a unique phase training ________________________________ program. This allows individuals to familiarize themselves with the training techniques and ________________________________ terminology used at Sea Life Park Hawai'i. All of our animal related internships require our interns to participate in food preparation for the animals of the park, so applicants must be ________________________________ comfortable working with frozen fish. Internship Opportunities Experiences Marketing & Sales Experience Interns will gain experience and assist the Marketing Manager & Group Sales Manager with the assembly of marketing campaigns and materials and administrative duties for all Sea Life Park local promotions & group events. Marketing interns will assist in the coordination of print advertisements, online advertisements, and photo and content upload to Sea Life Park’s Facebook page when needed. Interns will provide assistance where needed for film shoots, group events, and administrative tasks. Photo & Video Experience Interns will gain experience operating both photo and DVD equipment to produce images of guests during their interactive programs and luaus. Interns will capture photos and videos of guests with dolphins, sea lions, sting rays, and even sharks! Interns will have the opportunity to be trained by an experienced team; while learning how to edit photos, videos, and maintain equipment. Aloha Experience Aloha interns will get to work primarily with dolphins. These interns have the opportunity to assist with dolphin training, husbandry, interactive programs, and observe some of our younger dolphins learning new behaviors. If your main focus is dolphins and learning about guest interactions, this is the internship for you! Lagoon Experience Dolphin Lagoon interns will work with dolphins and sea lions involved in our shows, exhibits, and interactive programs. These interns get to assist in training, husbandry, and interactive sessions with dolphins; as well as learn basic showmanship and show production skills during the daily Sea Life Park Hawai'i Dolphin Lagoon Show. Interns also assist in the daily training, care, and educational presentations with our sea lions and penguins. Hawaiian Experience Interns in the Hawaiian Experience get to assist with husbandry, training, and shows involving our dolphins, sea lions, and penguins. Interns may also assist with basic husbandry of our Hawaiian monk seal, and help trainers during our sea lion interactive program. If you are interested in shows, and have a love for sea lions this is the internship for you! Educator Experience Education interns will work with our in-house and outreach education programs. In our classroom, interns have the opportunity to assist with program instruction and curriculum development at the elementary, middle, and high school levels. Interns also participate in park activities, the development of educational and interactive displays, and community programs. This experience allows interns to participate in a wide variety of activities, as well as learn all of what Sea Life Park Hawaii has to offer. Veterinary Technician Experience Interns will work with a large variety of marine mammals, as well as penguins, sea turtles, reef fish, and seabirds. In our veterinary department, interns assist our staff with the husbandry and treatment of all animals housed in the park. Interns also help with lab procedures, sample processing, and record keeping. Wings Experience Interns work with a large variety of healthy and rehabilitating seabirds. At our Seabird Sanctuary, interns assist in the husbandry and treatment of non-releasable species of seabirds. At our Seabird Rehabilitation Center, interns help our veterinary staff with seabird medical treatments, husbandry, and reintroduction into the wild. Internship Program Candidate Requirements Candidates must: 1. Be at least 18 years of age 2. Be enrolled in or have graduated from a university or college 3. Commit to the full internship time period 4. Be able to financially support her or himself (Internships are un-paid, but lunches are included daily). 5. Have strong swimming skills and be physically able to work in in-water interactive programs with marine mammals and other species 6. Be comfortable with public speaking 7. Be comfortable handling frozen fish Accepted applicants must: 1. Attend all required seminars and training courses 2. Commit to a minimum of 40 hours per week (including nights and weekends) 3. Be able to lift 50lbs. Applications Submissions Application Packets must include: 1. Application 2. Two letters of recommendation 3. College transcript(s) – an unofficial copy is fine 4. Statement of interest 5. CV or resume Statement of Interest Please include a 1–2 page typed statement of interest that explains your reasons for applying, your background information, your interests, your academic and field related experiences, and your personal goals for the Sea Life Park Hawai'i internship. Submission Instructions To apply for a Sea Life Park Hawai'i Internship Program, download and complete the application below, attach all required materials, and mail to the address below or to: education(a)sealifeparkhawaii.com <mailto:education@sealifeparkhawaii.com> . Download Internship application<http://www.sealifeparkhawaii.com/sites/sealife.com/files/2017%20Intern%20Ap…> Education Supervisor Sea Life Park Hawai'i 41-202 Kalaniana'ole Highway #7 Waimanalo, Hawai'i 96795 **Be sure to save a copy of your application. Your application will not be processed unless your transcripts, letters of recommendation, resume, and statement of interest are included. Due to the high number of applicants, you may not be accepted into your first internship choice. Internship Availability Dates Period Dates Application Deadline Fall 2017 August 8, 2017-January 9, 2018 May 12, 2017 Respectfully, Kandace Campbell Education Supervisor Sea Life Park Hawaii 41-202 Kalanianaole Hwy #7 Waimanalo, Hawaii 96795 Office: 808.259.2512 Fax. 808.259.7373 Email: kandace.campbell(a)sealifeparkhawaii.com<mailto:kandace.campbell@sealifeparkhawaii.com> [HeartDolphinLogo] P E mālama `āina ma mua o kau pa`i `ana i kēia leka uila. Care for the land before you print this electronic message. CONFIDENTIALITY NOTE (To Palace employees and outside parties): This email, and any attachment to it, contains attorney-client privileged and/or confidential business information intended only for the use of the intended recipient of this email. 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