April 2019 - MARMAM - devlists.uvic.ca

Electronic field data collection: CyberTracker and rugged android tablet feedback
by Daniella Hanf 17 Apr '19

17 Apr '19

Dear field biologists of the MARMAM community My colleagues and I are interested in using CyberTracker for an upcoming field survey. I’m interested in feedback from anyone who has used this software, and willing to share their lessons learnt. I’m also keen for advice regarding rugged android tablets, especially performance of newer models. If you can assist, please email me directly on daniella.hanf(a)flinders.edu.au<mailto:daniella.hanf@flinders.edu.au>. Many thanks Daniella Hanf Researcher | Cetacean Ecology, Behaviour and Evolution Lab (CEBEL), Flinders University Honorary Research Associate | Aquatic Megafauna Research Unit (AMRU), Murdoch University Principal Consultant | Stenella Marine & Social Science

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Reminder: RFP Deadline for ACS-LA Research Grants is 30-April
by ACS-LA.Grants 16 Apr '19

16 Apr '19

Reminder, RFP Deadline is 30-April-2019 at midnight PDT (GMT -7): The American Cetacean Society, Los Angeles Chapter (ACS-LA) is happy to announce an RFP for 2019 Research Grants The American Cetacean Society protects cetaceans and their habitats though conservation, education and research. Working with world-class scientists, ACS funds research projects that address some of the most pressing issues facing cetaceans. ACS-LA is pleased to announce the availability of two research grants, in the amount of $1,000.00 each, to researchers whose study focuses on marine mammals in California or to researchers & students who are attending an accredited university in California or affiliated with a California-based research organization that is studying marine mammals anywhere in the world. · The John E. Heyning Research Award. This award is in the amount of $1,000. · The William F. Samaras Research Award. This award is in the amount of $1,000.00. Eligibility: Applicant should be a researcher or a student living and/or attending school in California OR if Applicant resides outside of California, Applicant’s research focus should be on Marine Mammals in California. For information on how to apply please the “Grants & Awards” tab on our website: https://acs-la.org/donate/research-grants/ <https://acs-la.org/donate/research-grants/> Deadlines: Deadline for submission is 30th April 2019 Awards will be announced by 15th May 2019 Please feel free to contact ACS-LA Grants Chair Christina Tombach Wright with any questions, ACSLA.Grants(a)gmail.com. Applications should be sent by E-mail to ACSLA.Grants(a)gmail.com. Information about the Los Angeles Chapter of ACS can be found on our website: www.acs-la.org <http://www.acs-la.org/>. To join ACS-LA, please go to http://acsonline.org/support-acs/become-member/ <http://acsonline.org/support-acs/become-member/> and specify the Los Angeles Chapter. For further information about specific chapters and other grant-making programs, please visit the Chapter page of the National American Cetacean Society website: www.acsonline.org <http://www.acsonline.org/>. ========================== ACS-LA Grants Coordinator Christina Tombach Wright American Cetacean Society-Los Angeles Chapter acsla.grants(a)gmail.com www.acs-la.org

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New pubblication: First report of Salmonella 1,4,[5],12:i:- in free-ranging striped dolphins ( Stenella coeruleoalba ), Italy
by Grattarola Carla 16 Apr '19

16 Apr '19

Dear colleagues, My co-authors and I are pleased to announce the publication of this paper: "First report of Salmonella 1,4,[5],12:i:- in free-ranging striped dolphins ( Stenella coeruleoalba ), Italy". Authors: C. Grattarola, S. Gallina, F. Giorda, A. Pautasso, M. Ballardini, B. Iulini, K. Varello,M. Goria, S. Peletto, L. Masoero, L. Serracca, A. Romano, A. Dondo, S. Zoppi, F. Garibaldi, F. E. Scaglione, L. Marsili, G. Di Guardo, A. A. Lettini, W. Mignone, A. Fernandez, C. Casalone Sci Rep 2019 Apr 15; https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-019-42474-6 Abstract: Between 2015 and the beginning of 2018 (January-March), 30 cetaceans were found stranded along the Ligurian Sea coast of Italy. Necropsies were performed in 22 cases and infectious diseases resulted the most common cause of death. Three striped dolphins, showed a severe coinfection involving the monophasic variant of Salmonella Typhimurium (Salmonella 1,4,[5],12:i:-). The isolates were characterized based on antimicrobial resistance, Multiple-Locus Variable-number tandem-repeat Analysis (MLVA) and whole-genome sequencing (WGS). All isolates demonstrated the same multidrug resistant genotype (ASSuT isolates), showed three different MLVA profiles, two of which closely related, and were identified as Sequence Type 34. Moreover, Single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNP) analysis confirmed strong correlations between two out of the three isolates. To our knowledge, S. 1,4,[5],12:i:-, one of the most common serovars in cases of human infection and food sources worldwide, has not previously been described in marine mammals, and reports of Salmonella-associated disease in freeranging cetaceans are rare. These results highlight the role of cetaceans as sentinel species for zoonotic and terrestrial pathogens in the marine environment, suggest a potential risk for cetaceans and public health along the North Western Italian coastline and indicate cetaceans as a novel potential reservoir for one of the most widespread Salmonella serovars. You can find the article using the following link: https://rdcu.be/bwYsq<http://em.rdcu.be/wf/click?upn=lMZy1lernSJ7apc5DgYM8bqPqg2kVPPI4drE6FFSkbk-…> Kind regards, Carla Grattarola Carla Grattarola DVM S.C. Neuroscienze-Lab Neuropatologia CEA-Centro di Referenza Nazionale per le TSE C.Re.Di.Ma.- Centro di Referenza Nazionale per le indagini diagnostiche sui Mammiferi Marini spiaggiati Istituto Zooprofilattico Sperimentale del Piemonte, Liguria e Valle d'Aosta Via Bologna 148 10154 TORINO tel +39 011 2686 296 carla.grattarola(a)izsto.it<mailto:carla.grattarola@izsto.it> www.izsto.it<http://www.izsto.it/>

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New publication: Overlap between common dolphin habitat use and fisheries
by Bruno Diaz Lopez 16 Apr '19

16 Apr '19

On behalf of my co-authors and myself, I am delighted to bring to your attention the publication of our last research published by the scientific journal Progress in Oceanography. Díaz López B, Methion S, Giralt Paradell O (2019) Living on the edge: Overlap between a marine predator’s habitat use and fisheries in the Northeast Atlantic waters (NW Spain). Progress in Oceanography. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.pocean.2019.04.004 The article can be found in the following link: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0079661118302568 Please feel free to contact me to request a pdf at: bruno(a)thebdri.com ABSTRACT The impact of commercial fisheries on marine top predators is currently the focus of considerable international concern. In spite of the recognition of the competition between fisheries and marine predators for the same resources, few comprehensive assessments of the level of overlap between marine predators and fisheries have been conducted. Data from 273 daily boat surveys over a period of 4 years along the northwestern coast of Spain were used to assess the environmental, topographic, and anthropogenic correlates of habitat use and relative density of short-beaked common dolphins. Moreover, the degree of vulnerability of this marine top predator to coastal fisheries was assessed by identifying the type of fisheries associated with the presence of common dolphins. Our results reported that common dolphin presents a fine-scale pattern of habitat use, with an unequal use of available habitat and varying relative abundance, which was mostly related to the variation in environmental, topographic, and anthropogenic variables. The high occurrence of common dolphins in zones characterized by a high bottom trawl fishing pressure was indirectly linked to the susceptibility of these marine predators to fishing activities. These findings can be used as a relevant indicator of the degree of vulnerability of common dolphins to human pressure providing comprehensive information on which to base conservation and management strategies. Keywords: Marine predators, Fisheries, Cetaceans, Delphinus delphis, Atlantic Ocean, GAMs Best regards, Bruno Díaz López Ph.D Chief biologist and Director The Bottlenose Dolphin Research Institute BDRI Avenida Beiramar 192, O Grove 36980, Pontevedra, Spain www.thebdri.com 0034 684248552 Like us on Facebook. Follow us on Instagram. Mention us on Twitter. This email is confidential to the intended recipient(s) and the contents may be legally privileged or contain proprietary and private informations. It is intended solely for the person to whom it is addressed. If you are not an intended recipient, you may not review, copy or distribute this email. If received in error, please notify the sender and delete the message from your system immediately. Please note that neither the Bottlenose Dolphin Research Institute BDRI nor the sender accept any responsibility for any viruses and it is your responsibility to scan the email and the attachments (if any). Thank you for your cooperation.

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VOLUNTEER NEEDED FOR LAND BASED BODY CONDITION STUDY ON SOUTHERN RIGHT WHALES USING UAVS
by Fredrik Christiansen 16 Apr '19

16 Apr '19

VOLUNTEER NEEDED FOR LAND BASED BODY CONDITION STUDY ON SOUTHERN RIGHT WHALES USING UAVS The Aquatic Megafauna Research Unit (AMRU) at Murdoch University, Perth, Australia, is looking for a volunteer to assist land based Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) research on Southern right whales at the Head of the Bight, South Australia, between the 20th of June and the 28th of September 2019. Only applicants available for the entire duration of the project will be considered, as access to the field site is difficult. The research project aims to investigate Southern right whale body condition on their South Australian breeding/nursing grounds, as part of larger research project looking into baleen whale health (https://amru.org.au/southern-right-whale-body-condition-on-breeding-grounds/) To measure body condition, aerial photographs of the whales will be collected using an UAV operated from the cliffs overlooking the Great Australian Bight. The UAV will be operated by the chief scientist due to strict regulations in Australia. Duties include cliff based searches for right whales, observation of right whale behavioural responses during UAV approaches, and looking for raptor birds that could intervene with UAV operations. The research assistant will also be expected to help out with data entry, processing and measurements of body morphometrics from UAV photographs. This is an unpaid position and the successful candidate will have to cover the costs of transport to and from Perth, Western Australia, from where the research team will depart on the 21st of June and return to on the 27th of September. The person will also have to provide their own travel insurance. Accommodation will be provided in the form of a shared caravan that will also function as an office. This will be shared with another researcher. The caravan will be parked at the Nullarbor Road House which has toilet and shower facilities, a small convenience store, a café and a restaurant. Food expenses will be covered by the project. Phone reception is good at the Nullarbor Road House, but very limited at the field site. Internet is limited and expensive (do not expect to stream/download larger files or skype), and will be provided for research purposes only. The Head of the Bight study area is very remote and isolated place (arid conditions) with very limited resources and communication. During the austral winter, bad weather is expected and will prevent UAV operations on approximately 50% of the days, so be prepared to stay indoors for extended periods of time. Due to the restricted living conditions it is essential that the candidate is able to live and work closely with the other researchers, is tolerant and respectful towards others and had a positive attitude. Strong work ethic and the ability to endure extended periods of office based work during periods of bad weather condition are essential. People with previous experience living in remote places and/or experience flying UAVs will be given priority. The person needs to be fluent in English and bring their own laptop computer (preferably a PC). The Head of Bight is a beautiful and pristine environment with amazing wildlife, where right whales can be observed very close to shore. In addition to whales you might be lucky to see wombats, dingo’s, white-bellied sea eagles, wedge-tailed eagles, pink cockatoos, bobtail lizards, brown snakes, sea lions, little penguins, dolphins and white sharks. Please apply by sending your CV (2 pages maximum) and cover letter (1 page) with the names and contact details of at least three professional references to f.christiansen(a)murdoch.edu.au<mailto:f.christiansen@murdoch.edu.au> Best regards, Dr Fredrik Christiansen Assistant Professor Aarhus Institute of Advanced Studies, Aarhus University, Denmark Aquatic Megafauna Research Unit, Murdoch University, Australia +45 31332367, f.christiansen(a)murdoch.edu.au

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Job/Internship Offer - MICS - Summer 2019
by Valentine Ribadeau Dumas 15 Apr '19

15 Apr '19

**FRENCH VERSION FOLLOWS----** _*2 JOB OFFERS *_ _JOB OFFER 1: Internship _ URGENT – Mid-August to end of September, 2019 3 internships (volunteer) Employer and immediate supervisor : Mingan Island Cetacean Study, under the supervision of the Internships Manager. Mingan Island Cetacean Study (MICS) is a non-profit, charitable research organization based in both Canada and the United States, dedicated to ecological studies of marine mammals and marine ecosystems. Founded in 1979 by Richard Sears, MICS was the first organization to carry out long-term research of cetaceans in the Gulf of St. Lawrence and first to carry out long-term studies of the endangered blue whale. The principal study areas include the Quebec North Shore in the Mingan Island / Anticosti region, the Gaspe Peninsula and St. Lawrence Estuary. MICS focuses on photo-identification for the following species: blue whale, fin whale, humpback whale and minke whale. For more information on our research, our ongoing projects and our scientific publications, please visit our website: www.rorqual.com. Our station also runs 2 outreach programs: - Week-long ecotourism trips where the public joins us in the field as we carry out our research activities and educate them about cetacean ecology, research and conservation; this helps us fund the research - Guided museum visits for people who come to learn about cetacean biology and ecology, as well as the research work being done at the station Interns actively participate in these 2 important programs. We are looking for three people to join our staff for the 2019 field research season, based in Longue-Pointe-de-Mingan (Quebec, Canada) *Internship type* Full-time. *Location* Mingan Island Cetacean Study field station, shared with Parks Canada 378 Bord de la Mer Longue-Pointe-de-Mingan Quebec, G0G 1V0 *Internship dates* - 16 August to 13 September 2019 (1 person needed) - 26 August to 30 September 2019 (2 people needed) * **Internship description* Interns are an essential part of the station’s operations due to the tasks they perform. The internship is divided in two main parts: land-based and sea-based work. - Land-based (80% of the time): Public outreach (guided tours of the museum, welcoming tourists at our visitor desk, managing the souvenir shop); Data processing (writing fieldwork logbooks, data entry, photo-ID matching, data archiving); equipment maintenance; other punctual tasks as and when needed. - Sea-based (20% of the time): Boat-based visual surveys of our study area, note-taking, introduction to basic navigational skills, maintenance of navigational and research equipment at the end of the day, outreach and education for ecotourists on board. *Internship requirements and conditions* - Be 18 years old or more - Education (in order of priority) : University, college - Being fluent in French is an asset (our visitors are mostly francophone) - Be at ease when interacting with the public - Experience in this field is an asset, but not essential - MICS is a non-profit organization operating on a small budget, which means this is an unpaid internship. Interns must also cover their own travel costs. Transport to and from the nearest airport (Sept-Îles) can be arranged. - Accommodation : interns share a house (4-5 interns) and will have to cover the costs of food, and rent. Rent is estimated around $70-$90 per week. - Interns must be flexible and capable of working as part of a team in sometimes difficult conditions (7 days per week; long days at sea in potentially cold weather) - Interns go out to sea on a rotating schedule, weather-permitting. In general, an intern will go out once a week. * **Learning outcomes* Interns will gain experience and knowledge about operating a research field station; biological and ecological fieldwork (equally on land and at sea); gain extensive knowledge about our study species; and gain confidence and experience when interacting with the public. In the event that the internship is a success, it may lead to recruitment to the research team the following year. Equal opportunities: We adhere to a voluntary program of equal opportunities according to the Charter of Human Rights and Freedoms, and encourage members of indigenous communities to apply. At equal levels of competence, persons coming from the Municipality will be given priority. *How to apply*: Please send your CV (resume) to mics(a)rorqual.com, by April 26 latest. Should you have any further questions, feel free to contact us at the same address. Looking forward to your applications! The MICS Team _JOB OFFER 2: __Team member _ Volunteer opportunity in Quebec, Canada - URGENT July – August 2019 Research team Member, english or French speaker *Employer *: Mingan Island Cetacean Study, under the supervision of our Research Coordinator. Mingan Island Cetacean Study (MICS) is a non-profit, charitable research organization based in Longue Pointe de Mingan (Canada), dedicated to ecological studies of marine mammals and marine ecosystems. Founded in 1979 by Richard Sears, MICS was the first organization to carry out long-term research of cetaceans in the Gulf of St. Lawrence and first to carry out long-term studies of the endangered blue whale. The principal study areas include the Quebec North Shore in the Mingan Island / Anticosti region, the Gaspe Peninsula and St. Lawrence Estuary. MICS focuses on photo-identification for the following species: blue whale, right whale, fin whale, humpback whale and minke whale. For more information on our research, our ongoing projects and our scientific publications, please visit our website: www.rorqual.com. Our station also runs 2 outreach programs: - Week-long ecotourism trips where the public joins us in the field as we carry out our research activities and educate them about cetaceans research and conservation; this helps us fund the research - Museum visitors who come to learn about cetacean biology and ecology, as well as the research work being done at the station All team members actively participate in these 2 important programs. We are looking for one person to become part of our team at MICS for the 2019 field research season, based in Longue-Pointe-de-Mingan (Quebec, Canada) *Location** *Mingan Island Cetacean Study field research station 378 Bord de la Mer Longue-Pointe-de-Mingan Quebec, G0G 1V0 Canada * * *Dates** *From July 1st to end of August/Beginning September, Full-time. *Job description** *Team members participate in all tasks required to conduct research in the field and to help in any operational aspects. Days are spent at sea and on land, based on weather and a rotating schedule. - On land, at the station (70% of the time) : o Data entry & management: : Data pre-processing (download, organising, backup, photo-treatment, upload to matching software) logbook writing with interns, data entry and maintenance. o Matching (photo-identification using our dedicated software). o Maintenance of the research equipment o Education/outreach: guided museum visits o Interaction and care for ecotourists (research and outdoor activities, meal prep) - At sea (30% of the time) : o Visual monitoring of the research area o Introduction to navigation at sea o Data collection (Photo-Id, data recording, field notes, biological sampling) o Maintenance and preparation of the navigation and research equipment at the start and end of the day o Education and outreach for ecotourists on board * * *Requirements** *- Be 18 years old or more - Education : Relevant university or college degree in progress (Biology, ecology, environmental sciences, etc…) or recently graduated. - Preference will be given to candidates showing an interest in joining MICS on a long-term basis - English speaker, French would be a bonus. - Similar experience is preferable. - MICS is a non-profit organisation, this is an unpaid position. New team members have to cover their own transportation costs. - Accommodation and food are provided by MICS for the entire duration of their stay.. - New team members have to be flexible and able to work as part of a team in sometimes difficult conditions (7 days / week, long hours at sea, cold weather). * * *Learning outcomes** *New team members will gain experience and knowledge on our focus study species, day-to-day ecological and biological fieldwork (on land and at sea), biological sampling, data maintenance, basic navigation at sea, operational aspects of a research station at sea and on land. They will also gain confidence when interacting with the public, and live a rich experience within a diverse and international team * * *How to apply :** *Please send a CV and cover letter to mics(a)rorqual.com, before APRIL 26, 2019. Feel free to contact us via email for any further questions. Looking forward to hearing from you soon! The MICS Team _* *_ _*FRENCH VERSION : *_ _OFFRE D'EMPLOI 1 : Stage _ Offre d’emploi – URGENT – De Mi-Aout à Fin Septembre 2019 3 Stagiaires-Internes bénévoles *Employeur et responsable immédiat *: Station de Recherche des îles Mingan, sous la supervision du responsable des Internes. La station de recherche des îles Mingan (MICS pour Mingan Island Cetacean Study en anglais) est un organisme à but non lucratif consacré à l'étude écologique des mammifères marins. Fondée en 1979 par Richard Sears, la station fut la première à mener des recherches à long terme sur les cétacés dans le golfe du Saint-Laurent, en particulier sur le rorqual bleu, une espèce menacée de disparition. Les principales zones d'étude se situent le long de la Côte-Nord du Québec dans la région de Mingan et de l'île d’Anticosti, et le long de la péninsule Gaspésienne. La station de recherche des îles Mingan se concentre sur des travaux de photo-identification des espèces suivantes : rorqual bleu, rorqual commun, rorqual à bosse et petit rorqual. La station de recherche conserve en particulier le catalogue de baleines bleues de tout l’Atlantique Nord. Pour avoir plus d’information sur nos recherches, les projets scientifiques en cours et la liste de nos publications, veuillez visiter notre site Internet : www.rorqual.com La station de recherche anime également deux programmes d’éducation et de sensibilisation ouverts au public : - L’accueil d’écotouristes qui viennent pour une semaine partager le quotidien de l’équipe de la station de recherche, sur terre comme en mer, et les recherches effectuées par le MICS. - La visite de notre musée à la station, à l’intérieur duquel les visiteurs découvrent, seuls ou accompagnés d’un guide, la biologie et l’écologie des baleines ainsi que nos travaux de recherche. Les stagiaires-internes participent grandement à ces deux programmes. Pour notre saison 2019, nous recherchons trois stagiaires-internes pour travailler au sein de notre équipe basée à Longue-pointe-de-Mingan (Québec, Canada). *Statut d’emploi* Temps plein *Lieu de travail* Bâtiment de la Station de Recherche des Iles Mingan / Parcs Canada 378 Bord de la Mer Longue-Pointe-de-Mingan G0G 1V0 *Période(s) en fonction* Du 16 Aout au 13 Septembre 2019 (1 personne) Du 26 Aout au 30 Septembre 2018 (2 personnes) *Description de tâches* Les stagiaires sont un élément essentiel au bon fonctionnement de la station de par les tâches qu’ils doivent accomplir. Le stage comporte deux composantes principales : le travail en mer et à la station/musée. - À la station (80% du stage) : Animation des visites guidées du musée, accueil des touristes à l’entrée de la station et gestion de la boutique sur place, rédaction des journaux de bord, entrée de données dans la base de donnée, travail d’appariement de photos (matching), archivage de données, entretien de l’équipement, autres tâches ponctuelles au besoin. - En mer (20% du stage) : Observation visuelle de notre zone de recherche, prise de notes en mer, introduction aux bases de la navigation, maintenance du matériel de navigation et de recherche en fin de journée, interprétation et sensibilisation pour les écotouristes sur le bateau. *Exigences et conditions de travail* - Être agé(e) de 18 ans et plus. - Scolarité en ordre de priorisation : Universitaire, collégiale. - Parler francais couramment (nos visiteurs sont majoritairement francophones) est un atout. - Aimer le contact avec le public. - L’expérience dans ce domaine est un bonus, mais non essentielle. - La station de recherche étant un organisme à but non lucratif, ce stage est non rémunéré. Les stagiaires devront se charger de leur transport vers la station de recherche (un transport peut être arrangé depuis/vers l’aéroport le plus proche : Sept-Îles). - Logement : les stagiaires-internes partagent une maison (4 ou 5 stagiaires en même temps) et devront couvrir leurs frais de loyer et de nourriture. Le loyer est évalué à 70-90$ par semaine. - Les stagiaires-internes doivent faire preuve de flexibilité et être capable de travailler en équipe dans des conditions parfois difficiles (7 jours/semaine, longues heures en mer, possiblement par temps froid). - Les stagiaires-internes vont en mer à tour de rôle et selon la météo. En général, un stagiaire va en mer environ une fois par semaine. *Apprentissage* Les stagiaires-internes gagneront de l’expérience et des connaissances sur le fonctionnement d’une station de recherche, sur le travail de terrain dans les domaines de la biologie et de l’écologie (autant à terre qu’en mer) et sur les espèces étudiées; ils vont également acquérir de l’expérience pédagogique en interagissant avec le public. Si le stage est une réussite, cela peut mener à un recrutement dans l’équipe de recherche l’année suivante. Accès à l’égalité : Nous souscrivons à un programme volontaire d’accès à l’égalité en emploi selon la Chartes des droits et libertés de la personne et nous encourageons les Autochtones à présenter leur candidature. À compétences égales, les personnes issues de la Municipalité seront favorisées. *Pour appliquer* : Merci d’envoyer votre CV à l’adresse suivante : mics(a)rorqual.com, jusqu’au 26 Avril. Si vous avez des questions, n’hésitez pas à les envoyer à la même adresse courriel. Au plaisir de lire vos candidatures! L’équipe du MICS _ _ __ _OFFRE D'EMPLOI 2:_Membre d'équipe Offre d’emploi – URGENT – 1er Juillet – fin Aout 2019 1 Membre d’équipe de recherche – bénévole *Employeur et responsable immédiat* : Station de Recherche des Iles Mingan, sous la supervision du responsable de la recherche. La station de recherche des îles Mingan (MICS pour Mingan Island Cetacean Study en anglais) est un organisme à but non lucratif consacré à l'étude écologique des mammifères marins. Fondée en 1979 par Richard Sears, la station fut la première à mener des recherches à long terme sur les cétacés dans le golfe du Saint-Laurent, en particulier sur le rorqual bleu, une espèce menacée de disparition. Les principales zones d'étude se situent le long de la Côte-Nord du Québec dans la région de Mingan et de l'île d’Anticosti, et le long de la péninsule Gaspésienne. La Station de Recherche des Iles Mingan se concentre sur des travaux de photo-identification des espèces suivantes : rorqual bleu, rorqual commun, rorqual à bosse et petits rorquals. La station de recherche conserve en particulier le catalogue de baleines bleues de l’Atlantique Nord. Pour avoir plus d’information sur nos recherches, les projets scientifiques en cours et la liste de nos publications, veuillez visiter notre site Internet : www.rorqual.com La station de recherche anime également deux programmes d’éducation et de sensibilisation ouverts au public : - L’accueil d’écotouristes qui viennent pour une semaine partager le quotidien de l’équipe de la station de recherche, sur terre comme en mer, et les recherches effectuées par le MICS. - La visite de notre musée à la station, à l’intérieur duquel les visiteurs découvrent, seuls ou accompagnés d’un guide, la biologie et l’écologie des baleines ainsi que nos travaux de recherche. Les membres d’équipe participent grandement à ces deux programmes. Pour notre saison 2019, nous recherchons une personne pour travailler à la station de recherche basée à Longue-pointe-de-Mingan (Québec, Canada). *Statut d’emploi* Temps plein *Lieu de travail** *Bâtiment de la Station de Recherche des Iles Mingan / Parcs Canada 378 Bord de la Mer Longue-Pointe-de-Mingan G0G 1V0 *Période en fonction** *Du 1er Juillet a la fin Aout/Début Septembre 2019 *Description de tâches** *Les membres de l’équipe de recherche prennent part à toutes les tâches nécessaires au bon fonctionnement de la Station. Le temps de travail est réparti entre les journées en mer et les journées à la station. - À la station (70% du temps) : .Traitement des données photographiques recueillies en mer : pré-traitement des données (organisation, sauvegarde, traitement de photos, importation des données dans le logiciel de matching), rédaction des journaux de bord avec les internes, entrée de données dans la base de données .Travail d’appariement de photos pour la photo-identification (matching), .Entretien de l’équipement de recherche .Animation des visites guidées du musée .Animation pour les écotouristes (activités de recherche, de plein-air, préparation des repas). - En mer (30% du temps) : .Monitoring visuel de notre zone de recherche .Introduction aux bases de la navigation .Prise de données (photos, notes, échantillons) .Maintenance du matériel de navigation et de recherche en fin de journée, .Interprétation et sensibilisation pour les écotouristes sur le bateau *Exigences et conditions de travail** *- Être agé(e) de 18 ans et plus. - Scolarité universitaire ou collégiale en cours dans un domaine pertinent pour l’emploi (biologie, écologie, sciences environnementales) ou récemment diplômé. - Les personnes faisant preuve d’une intention de s’engager avec le MICS sur le long-terme seront privilégiées - Parler français couramment, l’anglais est un atout. - L’expérience dans ce domaine ou un domaine similaire est préférable. - La station de recherche étant un organisme à but non lucratif, ce stage est non rémunéré. Le membre d’équipe devra se charger de son transport vers la station de recherche (un transport peut etre arrangé depuis/vers l’aéroport le plus proche : Sept-iles). - Logement et nourriture : les membres d’équipe sont logés et nourris durant toute leur période sur place. - Les membres d’équipe doivent faire preuve de flexibilité et etre capable de travailler en équipe dans des conditions parfois difficiles (7 jours/semaine, longues heures en mer, possiblement par temps froid). *Apprentissage** *Le(s) nouveau(x) membre(s) d’équipe gagneront de l’expérience et des connaissances sur les espèces étudiées, sur le fonctionnement d’une station de recherche, sur le travail de terrain dans les domaines de la biologie et de l’écologie (autant à terre qu’en mer), sur l’échantillonnage biologique, sur la gestion et la maintenance de données, ainsi que des bases de navigation en mer. Ils vont également gagner en confiance et vivre une riche expérience en interaction avec le public et les visiteurs. * * *Pour appliquer** *Merci d’envoyer votre CV et une lettre de motivation à l’adresse suivante : mics(a)rorqual.com, jusqu’au 26 Avril. Si vous avez des questions, n’hésitez pas à les envoyer à la même adresse courriel. Au plaisir de lire vos candidatures! L’équipe du MICS --- L'absence de virus dans ce courrier électronique a été vérifiée par le logiciel antivirus Avast. https://www.avast.com/antivirus

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New publication: Unsuccessful parturition of a southern right whale at Peninsula Valdes, Argentina
by Mariano Sironi 15 Apr '19

15 Apr '19

Dear MARMAM community, My co-authors and I are pleased to share our recent publication in Marine Mammal Science entitled First record of an unsuccessful parturition of a southern right whale (Eubalaena australis) at Península Valdés, Argentina Sironi M., Marón C., Pettite, L., Guevara, J., Martorell J.P., Rowntree V. 2019. First record of an unsuccessful parturition of a southern right whale (Eubalaena australis) at Península Valdés, Argentina. Marine Mammal Science. doi: <https://doi.org/10.1111/mms.12594> https://doi.org/10.1111/mms.12594 We report a likely unsuccessful parturition of a southern right whale at Península Valdés, Argentina. Observations were made during a whale watch trip. During labor, the calfs tailstock emerged from its mother, but later most of its body returned back inside. The calf did not move and the mother´s behavior could be described as unusual. The cow was later seen alone and then, in a mating group. We presume her calf was born dead or died shortly after birth. This is the first known observation of an apparent unsuccessful birth in a mysticete species in the wild. The paper can be accessed here: <https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/pdf/10.1111/mms.12594> https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/pdf/10.1111/mms.12594 Kind regards, Dr. Mariano Sironi Scientific Director Instituto de Conservación de Ballenas Argentina <http://www.ballenas.org.ar> www.ballenas.org.ar --- El software de antivirus Avast ha analizado este correo electrónico en busca de virus. https://www.avast.com/antivirus

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Call for support - Declaration against oil & gas exploration in the Hellenic Trench
by info_ICMMPA5 14 Apr '19

14 Apr '19

Dear MARMAM community, WWF Greece has drafted a declaration calling for the protection of the Hellenic Trench against oil and gas drilling operations in collaboration with the <http://www.pelagosinstitute.gr/> Pelagos Cetacean Research Institute<http://www.pelagosinstitute.gr>. This is part of <https://support.wwf.gr/campaigns-en/save-your-paradise/> WWF Greece's campaign against O&G activities<https://support.wwf.gr/campaigns-en/save-your-paradise/> in the Greek waters, launched in October 2018, that aims for a permanent ban in Greece. The Hellenic Trench hosts a number of marine mammals and two Important Marine Mammal Areas have been recently identified in its waters. The Hellenic Trench is a core habitat for the endangered Mediterranean sperm whale subpopulation, and among the five high-density areas for the vulnerable Mediterranean Cuvier’s beaked whale -two species which are highly sensitive to underwater noise. However, recently a huge offshore area, approximately 56000 sq. km, has been granted by the Greek government as concessions to the oil and gas industry for hydrocarbon exploration and exploitation. To oppose such plans, WWF Greece in collaboration with the Pelagos Cetacean Research Institute has drafted and presented the Declaration during the 5th International Conference on Marine Mammal Protected Areas<https://www.fifth.icmmpa.org> and now asks for the support of the wider marine mammal conservation community. We are seeking for your endorsement to contribute to this initiative and help up consolidate a strong community that says NO to O&G in sensitive marine areas. The Declaration is available here: <https://icmmpa5.aktinatravelgroup.com/files/ICMMPA_Declaration_final_draft.…> ICMMPA Declaration<https://icmmpa5.aktinatravelgroup.com/files/ICMMPA_Declaration_final_draft.…> The Declaration will be delivered to the Prime Minister of Greece in the coming weeks. We urge you to sign the declaration by reporting back to <mailto:d.ibrahim@wwf.gr> Dimitris Ibrahim<mailto:d.ibrahim@wwf.gr>, WWF Greece's marine officer. Please provide us with your name and affiliation in the way that you would prefer to appear in the Declaration.

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RFP on Environmental impacts of Marine Vibrator Technology
by Campbell, John 13 Apr '19

13 Apr '19

The Joint Industry Programme on E&P Sound and Marine Life (the JIP) is releasing a new "Requests for Proposals" solicitation on "Determination of the Environmental Impact of Marine Vibrator Technology". This Request for Proposals (RFP) seeks proposals for independent studies to advance understanding of the potential environmental impact of Marine Vibrator (MV) technology. Building upon previously completed JIP work on this topic, this study will further evaluate potential environmental impacts of prototype MV device output signals on marine mammals. The impacts of most interest for investigation are related to auditory masking and behavioural response. The specification for the RfP and instructions on how to apply are given at http://www.soundandmarinelife.org/funding/rfps.aspx . Interested parties should submit their proposals by 10th May 2019. JOHN A CAMPBELL JIP Coordinator jac(a)iogp.org John Campbell Consultant email: jac(a)iogp.org phone: International Association of Oil & Gas Producers City Tower, 40 Basinghall Street, London, EC2V 5DE, UK reception: +44 20 3763 9700 web: www.iogp.org [IOGP logo] This e-mail was sent by The International Association of Oil & Gas Producers (IOGP). IOGP is registered in England. Registration number: 1832064. Registered office: City Tower, 40 Basinghall Street, London, EC2V 5DE

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Call for volunteers 2019 Punta San Juan Guano Harvest, Ica, Peru
by LAURA LETICIA ESCOBAR MENDOZA 12 Apr '19

12 Apr '19

The Punta San Juan Program from the Center for Environmental Sustainability of Cayetano Heredia University is seeking for volunteers to participate in the “2019 Guano Harvest Monitoring Campaign” at Punta San Juan Reserve, Marcona town, Ica, Peru (from June to August). The monitoring campaign is a conservation tool, use to mitigate possible negative effects on wildlife during the guano harvest. This conservation action has been happening for the pass 15 years in coordination with Peru’s agriculture and environmental departments, whom are in charge of the guano harvest. WHAT THE VOLUNTEER’S PROGRAM IS ABOUT? All volunteers will participate of daily activities in the field, under the guidance and supervision of their volunteer coordinator and Program staff. Main tasks: · Enforce the boundaries for the guano extraction stablished in the master plan. · Daily monitoring of indicator species (Humboldt penguins, Guanay cormorants, Peruvian boobies, Peruvian pelicans and Inca terns, sea lion, and fur seals) · Help with seabird and pinniped sample processing · Offer talks to the local community and guano harvesters · Rodents control · Install artificial nests for Inca terns WHAT VOLUNTEER’S PROGRAM OFFER? · The chance to collaborate in a direct conservation action in an active research station. · Learn the mitigation strategies and monitoring methodologies. · Live in a multicultural environment, next to coastal marine wildlife. REQUIREMENTS · Be at least 18 years old. · To have availability for 15 continuous days in the field. · Preferably to be graduated or in the last year of biology, environmental engineering, veterinary or related. · International insurance. · Being comfortable in a bilingual Spanish/English environment. · To have previous field experiences, highly recommended. COST Bus fare (Marcona-Lima /Lima-Marcona), Food, lodging and materials at PSJ for 15 days: 950.00 USD; this fee includes support for Peruvian volunteers. Airfare to Peru, local transport and hotel in Lima city is not included in cost (should be self-provide). LOCATION Punta San Juan reserve Marcona district, Nazca province, Ica, Peru. CALL FOR VOLUNTEERS Vacancies are limited to 6 International volunteers per group. Application deadline is on *May 5th*. Results will be announced on *May 10th. You can apply for following groups: Group 1 > 30-May- 13-Jun Group 2 > 14-Jun- 28-Jun Group 3 > 29-Jun- 13-Jul Group 4 > 14-Jun- 28-Jul Group 5 > 29-Jul- 12-Aug Group 6 > 13-Ago- 27-Aug ** The volunteering program last 15 continuous days in the field. We recommend to arrive to Lima one day prior your departure to Marcona-* To apply send a Motivation Letter and a Curriculum Vitae to Laura Leticia Escobar Mendoza (laura.escobar.m(a)upch.pe) All application should indicate the subject: “2019 Guano Harvest Monitoring Campaign”. -- Este mensaje electrónico (e-mail) pertenece al remitente y puede contener información confidencial legalmente protegida para uso del destinatario. La divulgación de esta información, su copia o distribución para otro uso esta terminantemente prohibida. Gracias. This e-mail message belongs to the sender and may include confidential and legally privileged information, for the exclusive use of the named recipient. Any disclosure, copying or distribution of this information for aims other than the intended purpose, is prohibited. Thank you.

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