September 2019 - MARMAM - devlists.uvic.ca

New book chapter, highlighting case study of dolphin conservation
by Oliver Manlik 02 Sep '19

02 Sep '19

Dear MARMAM, I am pleased to announce the publication of my new book chapter, "The Importance of Reproduction for the Conservation of Slow-Growing Animal Populations", which features cases studies on cetaceans dolphin populations (bottlenose dolphins, Orcas). The chapter was published in the book "Reproductiive Sciences in Animal Conservation" and is available here: https://link.springer.com/chapter/10.1007/978-3-030-23633-5_2 Anyone interested in the chapter can contact me to request a private copy at: o.manlik(a)unsw.edu.au Abstract: Both survival and reproduction are important fitness components, and thus critical to the viability of wildlife populations. Preventing one death (survival) or contributing one newborn (reproduction), has arguably the same effect on population dynamics—in each instance the population grows or is maintained by one additional member. However, for the conservation of slow-growing animal populations, the importance of reproduction is sometimes overlooked when evaluating wildlife management options. This has to do with the use of demographic sensitivity analyses, which quantify the relative contribution of vital rates to population growth. For slow-growing populations, the results of such analyses typically show that growth rates are more sensitive to changes in survival than to equal proportional changes in reproduction. Consequently, for slow-growing taxa, survival has been labelled a better fitness surrogate than reproduction. However, such a generalization, derived from conventional sensitivity analyses, is based on flawed approaches, such as omitting appropriate scaling of vital rates, and sometimes misinterpretations. In this chapter, I make the case that for the conservation of slow-growing species the role of reproduction is considerably greater than conventional sensitivity analyses would suggest. This is illustrated by case studies on wildlife populations that underscore the importance of reproduction for the conservation of slow-growing birds, ungulates, carnivores, and cetaceans. Greetings, Oliver Manlik Get Outlook for Android<https://aka.ms/ghei36>

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Keep On Gramping 2 Workshop
by Nicola Hodgins 02 Sep '19

02 Sep '19

'Keep On Gramping 2' Calling all of those interested in Risso's dolphins. Nova Atlantis and WDC are hosting a Risso's dolphin workshop at the World Marine Mammal Conference in Barcelona and invite anyone with an interest to sign-up and come along! The workshop is intended to be relatively small, to allow for discussion, and will be held in the Centre de Convencions Internacional de Barcelona from 1.30pm - 5.30pm on the 7th December 2019. Background to the Workshop Following on from our 'Keep on Gramping' workshop held in 2012 at the 26th ECS Conference in Galway, 'Keep on Gramping 2' aims to bring together Risso's researchers from around the world to find out what we've collectively learnt over the past seven years and to ultimately help further our knowledge and understanding of this little-known and lesser-studied species. We want to share new breakthroughs, new discoveries and old allegiances, and for the workshop to be a driving force in understanding how this charismatic species are faring in a changing world. We're looking to showcase a series of presentations focusing on different areas of Risso's dolphin research, from their social structure and their genetic make-up, their health status and their habitat use to effective conservation and management measures. This will be followed by an interactive discussion as to how we can help each other get the most out of our study subjects and ensure we are striving to do the best we can to ensure the future conservation of Risso's dolphins around the world. The anticipated outcome is for a 'Special Conference Proceedings' publication, and although the Workshop will predominantly be directed towards all scientists and conservationists, either researching or working to protect Risso's dolphins throughout their range, we anticipate that our species-specific focus will be of interest and use to a wide diversity of people. Please feel free to email us if you have any questions or are interested in showcasing your own Risso's research - oceanwatch(a)gmail.com<mailto:oceanwatch@gmail.com> / nicola.hodgins(a)whales.org<mailto:nicola.hodgins@whales.org> and we hope to see you in Barcelona! Nicola Hodgins Telephone: +44 (0)1249 449 537 WDC, Whale and Dolphin Conservation Brookfield House 38 St Paul Street Chippenham Wiltshire SN15 1LJ United Kingdom whales.org<http://whales.org> [WDC - Protecting Whales and Dolphins for over 30 years]<https://whales.org/> [WDC on Facebook]<https://www.facebook.com/whalesorg> [WDC on Twitter] <https://www.twitter.com/whalesorg> [WDC on Instagram] <https://www.instagram.com/whalesorg> [WDC on YouTube] <https://www.youtube.com/whalesorg> [WDC News and Blogs] <https://uk.whales.org/category/news/> [WDC E-Newsletter] <https://uk.whales.org/newsletter/> [Registered with Fundraising Regulator] <https://www.fundraisingregulator.org.uk/> [https://secure.whales.org/secure/images/ESM/CampaignImages/UK/UKNZExtinctio…]<https://uk.whales.org/our-4-goals/prevent-deaths-in-nets/sign-the-petition-…> ________________________________ Whale and Dolphin Conservation ("WDC") is a company registered in England and Wales (No. 02737421) and a registered charity (in England and Wales No. 1014705, in Scotland No. SC040231) WDC Shop is a trading name of WDC (Trading) Ltd, a company registered in England and Wales (No. 02593116) Registered office : Brookfield House, 38 St. Paul Street, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 1LJ. Tel: +44 (0)1249 449 500 This message is private and confidential. If you have received this message in error, please notify us and remove it from your system. ________________________________

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Workshop on Science Communication, Marine Mammal Conference, Barcelona
by Jennifer Lewis 01 Sep '19

01 Sep '19

Want to save the marine mammals you care about? Want to convince others that the science you are doing is interesting and important? Want the public (donors and law makers) to support your work? Then you need to understand how we have evolved to communicate and then how to use that to do a better job getting people to listen to your message. We have moved from a period where scientists could rely on journalists to carry the load for us. That day doesn’t exist anymore. And if you can’t effectively communicate, then all your hard work will go nowhere. In this workshop we will explain and demonstrate how to catch and maintain the attention of your audiences (from social media to conference presentations to board meetings). We may not be able to transform you into Mark Twain, but we can get everyone to a place where their reach can be significantly increased and where they can move that further by then teaching others. Join us on December 7 for half a day and leave armed to better protect the species you care about. Register for “Win More Battles for Marine Mammals!!! Science Communication for REAL Impact<applewebdata://E78ECB41-981E-4712-BF69-FE89C88DE615#Win_More_Battles_for_Marine_Mammals!!!_>”: And please feel free to contact Jennifer Lewis if you have any questions at: jlewis33(a)gmu.edu Jennifer Lewis, PhD Que Sera Sera Films 703-975-2661

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Telework--Saltwater and Ocean Associates looking for ESA Section 7 expertise to support the SE Regional Office of NMFS
by Tracy Collier 31 Aug '19

31 Aug '19

Please see this link <https://www.indeed.com/job/section-7-information-consultant-c8789aeeb9567078> to a position, open for applications now through September 3, to support the SERO in conducting Section 7 ESA consultations. The position can be done via telework, with occasional visits to SERO in St. Pete, FL. Apply directly through the link above, and feel free to contact me for more information. Best, Tracy Tracy Collier OAI, Project Manager and Senior Associate (206)780-1931 (home office) (206)369-2779 (mobile) tracycollier(a)oceanassoc.com

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Right Whale Aerial Survey Observer Job Announcement
by Melanie White 31 Aug '19

31 Aug '19

Clearwater Marine Aquarium Research Institute Right Whale Aerial Survey Observers Job Announcement Clearwater Marine Aquarium Research Institute, a non-profit research and conservation organization, is seeking temporary, seasonal aerial observers for marine mammal surveys from December 2019 through March 2020. These positions are in anticipation of research activities to be conducted in the southeastern United States, contingent upon funding. Responsibilities will include participating in aerial flights up to five days per week, data processing, and photo analysis. Observers are required to complete an aviation and marine safety/survival training course. Housing is provided and will be located in St. Simons Island, Georgia. Qualifications: Previous aerial or marine mammal survey experience, as well as experience in photo-identification of large cetaceans, is strongly desired. Applicants should be skilled in database entry and other computer applications including photo processing software. The ability to live and work well in a team environment and work in a small aircraft up to eight hours per day is required. We are currently accepting applications from U.S. citizens and permanent residents. Job Description: Job Title: Right Whale Aerial Observer Hours: 40 hrs/week from December 2019 through March 2020 Responsibilities: Participating in right whale aerial surveys under the direct supervision of the Right Whale Team Leader. Collecting data and images on right whales (condition, behavior, associations, status, etc.), and location data on ships and other species of interest. Facilitating the transmittal of location information to the various communication networks, the U.S. Navy, Georgia Department of Natural Resources (GDNR), Fish and Wildlife Research Institute, New England Aquarium, NOAA, and the University of Rhode Island. Photographing sightings via digital photography and processing and matching those images following each flight. Verifying and conducting quality control checks on aerial survey data. Completing data spreadsheets, analyzing data, report writing, and other tasks as required and/or assigned by the supervisor. Benefit Summary: Workers Compensation coverage; housing provided. Please submit a cover letter, resume, and three references to Clearwater Marine Aquarium Human Resources Department (mailto: ddesantis(a)cmaquarium.org) by September 20, 2019. Phone calls are not permitted. Melanie White Research Biologist Clearwater Marine Aquarium Research Institute 249 Windward Passage Clearwater, FL 33767 mwhite(a)cmaquarium.org C: 518.339.1202 http://www.cmaresearchinstitute.org

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