September 2018 - MARMAM - devlists.uvic.ca

IFAW Marine Mammal Stranding Internships
by Patchett, Kristen 06 Sep '18

06 Sep '18

The International Fund for Animal Welfare is accepting applications for Winter / Spring 2019 Marine Mammal Stranding Internships. Winter Session 2018 (January 15, 2019 - mid/ late May 2019 ) Complete Applications due: October 1, 2018 Program Background IFAW is an international non-profit organization. This internship is based out of our International Operations Center in Yarmouth Port, Massachusetts, USA. IFAW's Marine Mammal Rescue and Research program is a federally authorized program dedicated to marine mammal stranding response on Cape Cod and southeastern Massachusetts. Our division's mission is to promote the conservation of marine mammal species and their habitat by improving the rescue and humane care of stranded marine mammals, advancing stranding science, and increasing public awareness through education. Cape Cod is a marine mammal stranding "hot spot," with an average of over 240 strandings occurring each year. These strandings include live and dead seals, whales, porpoises, and dolphins. Only complete applications will be considered. Please click on the link below for more information and to submit an application. https://recruiting.ultipro.com/INT1059IFFA/JobBoard/17b588a3-808b-4bc9-aea8… Kristen Patchett CVT | Stranding Coordinator Marine Mammal Rescue and Research ___________________________________________________________ IFAW - International Fund for Animal Welfare International Operations Center 290 Summer Street - Yarmouth Port, MA 02675 tel. 1.508.744.2171 email. kpatchett(a)ifaw.org<mailto:kpatchett@ifaw.org> Saving Animals in Crisis Around the World www.ifaw.org<http://www.ifaw.org/> The content of this email is intended only for the use of the above-named addressee and may contain information that is confidential, proprietary, and/or legally privileged. Please notify the sender if you received this email in error.

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New Publication: Kinship influences sperm whale social organization
by Christine Konrad 06 Sep '18

06 Sep '18

The following paper has just been published: Kinship influences sperm whale social organization within, but generally not among, social units by: Christine M. Konrad, Shane Gero, Timothy Frasier, Hal Whitehead Royal Society Open Science 5: 180914 Abstract: Sperm whales have a multi-level social structure based upon long-term, cooperative social units. What role kinship plays in structuring this society is poorly understood. We combined extensive association data (518 days, during 2005–2016) and genetic data (18 microsatellites and 346 bp mitochondrial DNA (mtDNA) control region sequences) for 65 individuals from 12 social units from the Eastern Caribbean to examine patterns of kinship and social behaviour. Social units were clearly matrilineally based, evidenced by greater relatedness within social units (mean r = 0.14) than between them (mean r = 0.00) and uniform mtDNA haplotypes within social units. Additionally, most individuals (82.5%) had a first-degree relative in their social unit, while we found no first-degree relatives between social units. Generally and within social units, individuals associated more with their closer relatives (matrix correlations: 0.18–0.25). However, excepting a highly related pair of social units that merged over the study period, associations between social units were not correlated with kinship (p > 0.1). These results are the first to robustly demonstrate kinship's contribution to social unit composition and association preferences, though they also reveal variability in association preferences that is unexplained by kinship. Comparisons with other matrilineal species highlight the range of possible matrilineal societies and how they can vary between and even within species. DOI: 10.1098/rsos.180914 You can download a pdf at: http://rsos.royalsocietypublishing.org/content/5/8/180914 Christine Konrad Dalhousie University cmko....(a)dal.ca

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FWC manatee internship availability
by Beard, Shelby 06 Sep '18

06 Sep '18

The Southeast manatee field station is currently seeking a candidate for the Winter 2019 internship! Application deadline is Sunday, September 23rd. Interns will assist with manatee rescue, carcass salvage, and research in South Florida. The Southeast Field lab is offering one internship: a 6 month term for the winter 2019 session. The expected start date for the Winter 2019 internship will be around January 2nd, 2019. Start and end dates will be flexible. Working hours are typically five days a week, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., with some nights and weekends required. The position is located in Tequesta (east coast of Florida, just north of Palm Beach). The intern's duties include assisting with manatee rescue, carcass salvage, and research in South Florida. Interns will assist with manatee and cetacean field necropsies, temperature monitoring research, and conduct manatee photo ID. Interns will also complete mortality and rescue reports and assist with other office and public outreach work as needed. To perform the duties of the position, interns will operate trucks, trailers, and boats up to 22' in length. The intern is required to complete a project and present a 10-15 minute presentation at the end of their internship. Qualifications: Junior or senior college students and recent graduates are eligible. Applicants should have some research field experience; be able to drive large trucks; be computer literate; be comfortable speaking to the public; and be proficient in the use of digital cameras, telephoto lenses, and filters. Previous animal-handling experience is desirable. Ability to trailer flatbeds and boats, as well as operate watercraft up to 22' in length is desirable. Interns must possess a valid driver's license, be able to lift 50 pounds, and be able to swim. Applicants should understand that this internship will require them to be wet, dirty, and outdoors in all weather conditions. This position is unpaid and housing is not provided. Interns must provide their own transportation to and from the field station. If you are interested in applying for an internship with the Fish and Wildlife Research Institute, the following information is required: * A cover letter describing area(s) of interest and the dates, days, and hours of availability * A résumé describing training and experience * A list of three references * An unofficial copy of your academic transcript Please send these items as e-mail attachments to: Interns(a)MyFWC.com<mailto:Interns@MyFWC.com> Or mail hard copies to: Internship Coordinator Fish and Wildlife Research Institute 100 Eighth Avenue SE St. Petersburg, FL 33701-5020 http://myfwc.com/research/manatee/research/internships-volunteers/se-fl-int… Shelby Beard Biological Scientist Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission Marine Mammal Section 19100 SE Federal Highway, Tequesta, FL 33469 Wildlife Alert Hotline: 1-888-404-3922

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Seiche Environmental Project Manager(s):
by Nick Robinson 06 Sep '18

06 Sep '18

In order to support Seiche Environmental Limited’s growth strategy and the delivery of expanding portfolio of services, opportunities have become available for the position(s) of Project Manager. Project Manager(s) will be accountable for managing current and new offshore marine environmental projects for Seiche Environmental, from inception, through operations to the delivery of a high-quality end product. Seiche Environmental projects will all involve and require an excellent knowledge and understanding of Marine Mammal Observations (MMO) and survey techniques, Passive Acoustic Monitoring (PAM) and Underwater Acoustics. These roles will also involve ensuring that the technical, financial, contractual, quality, HSE and other obligations are met in accordance with both company and client standards. In addition, candidate(s) will have responsibility for the marketing and growth of the company through the development of a comprehensive client-base at conferences, meetings and the promotion of Seiche’s environmental services. The successful candidate(s) will need to demonstrate the ability to liaise and build relationships with internal and external stakeholders and clients. This will include client visits and presentations, as well as the assessment, preparation and submissions of tenders and the subsequent follow up actions. We are looking for a proven ability to build strong face to face relationships, can negotiate effectively, manage conflict for positive outcomes and be a proactive and confident ambassador for supporting the company’s growth agenda. Previous relevant marine oil and gas or renewable energy industry experience is advantageous. These are office-based position(s) in Seiche’s Norwich or Devon office. Travel between the various company sites is to be expected and there may be the requirement to undertake occasional travel around the world. As well as a competitive salary, that reflects experience and qualifications these roles will also offer annual holidays of 25 working days, plus UK Bank Holidays and a company pension contribution of 5% of gross salary. If you believe you have the experience and skills for this role, please e-mail your CV and covering letter to k.holder(a)seiche.com<mailto:k.holder@seiche.com>. Closing date: Noon on Friday, 14th September, 2018. Nick Robinson Business Manager Seiche Environmental Ltd Bradworthy Industrial Estate, Langdon Road, Bradworthy, Holsworthy, Devon, EX22 7SF, United Kingdom T: +44(0)1409 404050 M: +44(0)7590 844363 Registered in England & Wales No. 10612696, Registered Office: The Custom House, The Strand, Barnstaple, Devon The information contained in this e-mail transmission, and any documents, files or previous e-mail messages attached to it, is privileged and confidential, and solely intended for the use of the individual(s) to whom it is addressed. If you are not the intended recipient or a person responsible for delivering it to the intended recipient you should not read, copy, distribute or otherwise use the information, and you are hereby notified that any disclosure, copying, distribution or use of any of the information contained in or attached to this message is strictly prohibited. If you have received this message in error, please notify sender immediately and delete this e-mail and attached documents.

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SMM Australia/New Zealand Student Chapter Conference
by ANZSCSMM ANZSCSMM 05 Sep '18

05 Sep '18

Dear ANZSCSMM members, We are delighted to announce the fourth ANZ Student Chapter Meeting of the Society of Marine Mammalogy. The conference will take place from *November 28th – 30th, 2018*, at *Griffith University (Brisbane, QLD)*. The first day will consist of a free half-day R workshop, which will be suitable for all levels of R users and will provide a chance to ask questions specific to participants’ own data. This will be followed by two days of guest speakers, student presentations, and networking opportunities. Our last conference was a great success and students thoroughly enjoyed the opportunity to share their research, improve their presentation skills, and to network with fellow peers and professionals in the marine mammal field. We would like to invite all university students (undergraduates to postdocs) from Australia, New Zealand, the South Pacific, and Southeast Asia to join us in Queensland, and encourage attendees to give an oral presentation (15min) or to present a poster about their current work on marine mammals. To facilitate logistical planning and the allocation of funds for the event, we request all students wanting to participate to express their interest by: - Sending an e-mail to anzscsmm(a)gmail.com with the subject “ANZSCSMM Meeting”, your name, affiliation, the state/country you’ll be travelling from, and any dietary requirements; - Or, if you haven’t already done so, by completing the membership form on the chapter's website (ANZSCSMM <http://www.marinemammalscience.org/for-students/chapters/australianew-zeala…>) and returning it with the information requested above (NOTE: membership to the chapter is free!). Participants wishing to present must also *submit an abstract* (max. 300 words) *by October 31st, 2018*. Please return them to the aforementioned email address. Presenters from outside of Brisbane will be eligible for a *travel grant* but must indicate their desire to be considered when submitting their abstract. Participation in the meeting is free for all ANZSCSMM members. All meals will be covered for the meeting and further funds are being sought for the provision of accommodation for all attendees from outside of Brisbane. Additional details will be available shortly. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to ask! Looking forward to meeting you all, *ANZ Student Chapter Heads* *Kate Indeck and Dana Cusano* The Cetacean Ecology and Acoustics Laboratory, University of Queensland *Jasmin Gross *Southern Ocean Persistent Organic Pollutants Program, Griffith University

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U.S. Navy Living Marine Resource Program Need Topics - call for pre-proposals
by Shoemaker, Mandy L CIV NAVFAC EXWC, EV31 05 Sep '18

05 Sep '18

The U.S. Navy Living Marine Resources (LMR) applied research program is seeking pre-proposals in six topic areas related to underwater sound produced by human activities and its effects on marine life. Topics include: 1) improving duration of medium-term telemetry tag attachment, 2) demonstration and validation of PAM-based density estimation methods using visually verified survey data, 3) investigation of the effects of cue rate and cue stability on PAM-based density estimation methods, 4) demonstration and validation of passive acoustic monitoring sparse arrays to estimate density of low-frequency whales over large spatial areas, 5) identifying monitoring priorities for studying the population consequences of disturbance on marine mammals, and 6) turtle temporary threshold shift feasibility study. Details regarding the need topics mentioned above, as well as the associated Appendices, can be found within the BAA (Solicitation # N3943018S2086) at www.neco.navy.mil, www.fbo.gov, or at http://navysustainability.dodlive.mil/environment/lmrproposals/. There is no specific format required for the pre-proposal, however, the information required in the pre-proposal is outlined in Appendix A -2018 Proposal Submission and Evaluation Guide. The pre-proposal should be consolidated into one single file and should not exceed 10 pages in length. All pre-proposals should be submitted via email to exwc_lmr_program(a)navy.mil. Pre-proposals pertaining to these need topics will be accepted until 11:59 PM PST on 22 October 2018. If invited, offerors will be asked to submit a full proposal. Anu Kumar Program Manager Living Marine Resources Program Mandy Shoemaker Deputy Program Manager Living Marine Resources Program

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FALKLAND ISLANDS - MARINE MEGAFAUNA - FIELD HELPERS WANTED
by simo_liste＠tiscali.it 05 Sep '18

05 Sep '18

FALKLAND ISLANDS - MARINE MEGAFAUNA - FIELD HELPERS WANTED ------------------------------------ PROJECT: Long term study of MARINE MEGAFAUNA of the FALKLAND ISLANDS. POSITION: Volunteer (unpaid) field helper. DURATION: about 3 months, two shifts: 1) late September 2018 (arriving to the Falklands September 29th) to early December 2018, and 2) early December 2018 to late March 2019 LOCATION: Sea Lion Island, Falkland Islands, Southern Atlantic Ocean. DUTIES: - Southern elephant seals: counts, marking, mapping, observation of behavior, pup handling, collection of samples, sedation and handling of females for TDR and satellite tag deployment - Killer whales: photoidentification, observation and videotaping of behavior, necropsies of preys - Falklands skuas: counts, nest identification and mapping, observation of behavior - Raptors: counts, nest identification and mapping, observation of behavior - Marine birds: counts and mapping of different species (different species of penguins, cormorants, gulls, geese, and ducks) - Environmental monitoring: collection of microclimatic data, habitat classification, collection of GIS data DEADLINE: we have urgent need to fill up a few positions for the first shift, so the soonest the better. For the second shift deadline is September 23rd DESCRIPTION Volunteer field helpers are required for the 2018-2019 field season of various long-term research projects on marine megafauna of the Falkland Islands, carried out by the Elephant Seal Research Group at Sea Lion Island. Previous experience of field work is appreciated but not essential. Applicants are required to pay all expenses to get to Sea Lion Island, and telephone/Internet expenses while there. Accommodation and food at SLI will be provided by the ESRG. The ESRG is a small independent organization, so we are asking volunteers a 300 GBP contribution to help us with management expenses and individual research equipment repair/maintenance. Applicants will be required to work in the field for the whole length of the day, seven days per week, with just an half day of rest per week. Volunteers are required to help with cooking, cleaning of their cabin and general maintenance tasks. The data collection protocol is complex, the field work is physically demanding, and the weather is often not very good. People without a good tolerance to cold are discouraged to apply. It is a very rewarding, but demanding, experience. The island is a wonderful place with large unspoiled sandy beaches, and a very rich and very tame wildlife. It is the best hot spot for wildlife watching in the Falklands, it is an Important Birds Area, a RAMSAR convention site, and a National Nature Reserve. APPLICATION To apply please send 1) a cover letter describing your interest in the position and summarizing your qualifications for it, 2) a detailed CV, and 3) a copy of an identification document (with picture). Reference letters (3 maximum) are appreciated, but not essential, and should be sent directly to the email address mentioned below. If you think you may have extra documentation that can be relevant (eg, copy of a thesis, certificates, etc.) please mention them in your email, but don't send them unless we ask. Please put all documents in a single PDF file, name it as "your_surname - ESRG2018 - application", and email it as an attachment of an email to Dr. Simona Sanvito (simo_esrg(a)eleseal.org) Further details about the position are available here: http://www.eleseal.org/info_helpers_eng.html Thanks The ESRG team Con MyOpen hai Giga, SMS e i minuti che vuoi da 3€ al mese, per sempre. Cambi gratis quando e come vuoi e in più hai 10€ di credito omaggio! SCOPRI DI PIU’ http://tisca.li/myopen

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EDGEWISE Environmental Courses (October)
by Ashley Noseworthy 05 Sep '18

05 Sep '18

EDGEWISE Environmental is delivering Canadian-MMO, Seabird Observer and PAM Operator courses in October. Space is limited but a few seats still remain. All courses include an at-sea practical. Payment plans available. Please email courses(a)edgewiseenvironmental.com or visit www.edgewiseenvironmental.com for more details. --

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New publication: Using passive acoustic monitoring to assess humpback whale occurrence and breeding activity around La Réunion Island (Laura Ceyrac)
by laura ceyrac 04 Sep '18

04 Sep '18

Dear MARMAM members, My co-authors and I are pleased to annonce the publication of our new manuscript " Using passive acoustic monitoring to assess humpback whale occurrence and breeding activity around La Réunion Island" in the Western Indian Ocean Journal of Marine Science. Ceyrac L., Barreau E, Modi A., Estrade V. & Dulau V. (2018). Using passive acoustic monitoring to assess humpback whale occurence and breeding activity around La Réunion Island. Western Indian Ocean Journal of Marine Science. Special Issue 1/ 2018 65-73. Abstract: Humpback whales use the coastal waters of La Réunion Island seasonally from June to October. Their distribution is relatively well-known on the west coast, which provides suitable breeding habitat, however little is known about their use and movement along the south and east coast of the island. Three autonomous acoustic recorders were deployed during the breeding season of 2016 off the west, south and east coasts to investigate spatial and temporal variations in humpback whale occurrence around the island. The dataset consisted of 10 minute acoustic recordings every hour, continuously from mid-June to early September from these three locations. Song and social call events were discriminated and their total durations were calculated and expressed as a percentage of the total recording duration per day. Off the west and south coast, social calls were distributed fairly homogenously over the season, while songs occurred over a shorter time period, with two significant peaks observed in mid-July and early-August. Off the east coast very few vocalizations were detected. These results demonstrated that humpback whales preferentially use the west coast of the island for breeding. In this area, daily variations in singing activity were observed. Singers appeared to be more active at night and during the morning, when less boat traffic was detected. Feel free to get in touch with me at laura.ceyrac(a)globice.org if you would like a PDF copy of the full text. Many thanks, Laura Ceyrac GLOBICE Réunion 30 chemin Parc Cabris Grand Bois 97410 Saint Pierre Ile de la Réunion laura.ceyrac(a)globice.org *

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marine mammals library reduced
by Jay R Cordeiro 04 Sep '18

04 Sep '18

MARINE MAMMALS LIBRARY REMAINDER DISCOUNTED! To those interested, the remainder of a fine collection of marine mammal books from the private collection of fishery biologist Jeff Breiwick has now been reduced and is being offered for sale. All remaining items (link below) are 10% OFF THE LIST PRICE! In addition, purchases of $200 or more are offered at 20% reduction. Jeff was a fishery biologist with the National Marine Fisheries Service (NOAA) in Seattle for 37 years. Jeff served for three years in the Peace Corps in Chile where he worked in a hake and a crab sampling program. He later returned to the U.S. to work on whale population dynamics and stock assessment issues while with NMFS and was a member of the Scientific Committee of the IWC. He has collected books on cetaceans since the late 1970s and recently retired in 2014. . A complete list of primarily marine mammals books from Jeff's library is viewable here: https://sites.google.com/site/northeastnaturalhistory/home/classroom-news/b… Please direct all inquiries to unionid(a)comcast.net<mailto:unionid@comcast.net>. Thanks, Jay Cordeiro Northeast Natural History & Supply 24 North Grove Street Middleboro, MA 02346 unionid(a)comcast.net Website: https://sites.google.com/site/northeastnaturalhistory/home Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NortheastNaturalHistorySupply/

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