September 2020 - MARMAM - devlists.uvic.ca

New published article- Mercury distribution and body burden in delphinids affected by a morbillivirus infection
by Bárbara Manhaes 28 Sep '20

28 Sep '20

Dear collegues, I am pleased to inform that our new manuscript regarding merury bioaccumulation in Guina dolphins entitled: "Changes in mercury distribution and its body burden in delphinids affected by a morbillivirus infection: Evidences of methylmercury intoxication in Guiana dolphin" is published in Chemosphere (https://doi.org/10.1016/j.chemosphere.2020.128286) Below, you will see the abstract of the manuscript: Abstract: An unusual mortality event (UME) attributed to morbillivirus infection was identified in two Guiana dolphin populations from the Southeastern Brazilian coast. The aim of this study was to characterize total mercury (THg), methylmercury (MeHg) and selenium (Se) bioaccumulation and body burden in Guiana dolphins from Sepetiba Bay (RJ) collected before (n = 61) and during the UME (n = 20). Significantly lower Se concentrations were found in the livers of individuals collected during the UME (Mann-Whitney test; p = 0.03), probably due to impairment of the detoxification process in the liver. There were differences in THg and Se concentrations in the organs and tissues of individuals (Kruskal-Wallis test, p < 0.05), but not MeHg (Kruskal-Wallis test, p = 0.07). For THg, the liver showed the higher concentrations and differed among organs and tissues analyzed such as blubber (Tukey’s test for unequal N; p = 0.003). For Se concentrations, the skin and kidney presented the higher concentrations and varied among other tissues/organs, like muscle (Tukey’s test for unequal N; p = 0.02). Differences in body burdens were observed among specimens collected previously and during the UME probably due to the remobilization and transport of the muscle-stored MeHg to other tissues/organs. This abrupt input of MeHg into the bloodstream may cause serious health damage. Indeed, evidences of methylmercury intoxication was observed in Guiana dolphins in Sepetiba Bay. In conclusion, bioaccumulation patterns, the detoxification process and body burden were affected by morbillivirus. The article is available online free of charge until November 11, 2020 at the link: https://authors.elsevier.com/a/1bnccAOM9t9ZE Kind regards, Bárbara Manhães Moura Reis Doutora em Ciências Biológicas (Biofísica), Universidade Federal do Rio de JaneiroMestre em Oceanografia, Universidade do Estado do Rio de JaneiroBióloga, Universidade Federal do Rio de Janeiro (UFRJ) Laboratório de Mamíferos Aquáticos e Bioindicadores "Izabel Gurgel"(MAQUA)- FAOC (UERJ) Avenida São Francisco Xavier 524 Maracanã- Rio de Janeiro-RJ- Cep 20550-900 Tel: (21) 2334-0795

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Sep 30 NOAA webinar_Right Whales and Shipping: Using Corporate Responsibility to protect right whales from ship strike
by Tracy Gill - NOAA Federal 28 Sep '20

28 Sep '20

*OneNOAA Science Seminar Series <https://www.google.com/url?q=https://noaabroadcast.adobeconnect.com/nosscie…>**Feel free to share this with NOAA or non-NOAA folks who might be interested; thanks.* *Title: Right Whales and Shipping: Using Corporate Responsibility to protect right whales from ship strike* *Speaker: David Wiley, Research Coordinator and Michael Thompson, Geographer; NOAA's Office of National Marine Sanctuaries, Stellwagen Bank National Marine Sanctuary* *Sponsor(s): *NOAA's National Ocean Service Science Seminar Series; coordinators for this seminar are Tracy.GIll(a)noaa.gov *When: Wednesday, *September 30, 12-1pm EDT *Remote Access: *Register at: https://noaabroadcast.adobeconnect.com/rightwhale/event/registration.html <https://www.google.com/url?q=https://noaabroadcast.adobeconnect.com/rightwh…> After registering, you will get a confirmation email with a link to the webinar. If you have not used Adobe connect before, it is best to test your ability to use (and to download) Adobe Connect, before the webinar, at: https://noaabroadcast.adobeconnect.com/common/help/en/support/meeting_test.… <https://www.google.com/url?q=https://noaabroadcast.adobeconnect.com/common/…>. Audio is over the computer, so adjust the volume on your computer speakers or headset. Users should use either google, IE or Edge on Windows or Safari if using a Mac. Questions will be addressed in the chat box. *Abstract: *Lethal injury from collisions with large vessels is a major problem inhibiting the recovery of critically endangered North Atlantic right whales. To aid recovery the US National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration promulgated the Right Whale Ship Strike Reduction Rule, which created Seasonal Management Areas (SMAs)requiring large ships slowing to 10 knots or less in specific time/areas. To encourage compliance with the two SMAs that overlap the Stellwagen Bank National Marine Sanctuary, the sanctuary and NMFS initiated a corporate responsibility project. The concept of corporate responsibility involves companies increasing their commitment to behaviors that benefit society, such as slowing to safeguard right whales, and acknowledging positive corporate behavior. Since 2015, we have used the US Coast Guard’s automatic Identification system (AIS) to track vessels through the two SMAs. We used these data to grade ships based on the percent SMA distance traveled at compliant speeds as follows: A+: 99 - 100% compliance and mean speed =<10 kts; A: 90-98.9% compliance or mean speed =<10 kts. & meanspeed least compliant transit =< 10kts; B: 80-89.9% compliance or mean speed =<10 kts. & meanspeed least compliant transit <10.5 kts; C: 70-79.9% compliance or mean speed 10 -10.5 kts. & meanspeed least compliant transit 10.5-11 kts; D: 60-69.9% compliance or mean speed >10.5 kts. & meanspeed least compliant transit >11 kts; F: <60% compliance or mean speed >11 kts. & mean speedleast compliant transit >11.5 kts. Report cards were sent to each ship and to the companies using the ships, with addresses provided by the US Coast Guard. Ships and companies receiving A+ or A grades were sent a certificate acknowledging their positive behavior. In 2015 72% (146/203) of ships received certificates. In 2019 86% (118/145) of the companies and 85% (175/211) of the ships received certificates. Reaction from specific companies will be provided. This project is now used as a model for similar programs in west coast sanctuaries and around the world. *Bio(s): *David Wiley and Michael Thompson team to investigate living marine resources in NOAA's Stellwagen Bank National Marine Sanctuary. Their work ranges from using biotelemetry to investigate the underwater behavior of large whales and the habitat use of seabirds to the ecosystem function of forage fish and climate change impacts to the sanctuary. The report card method they developed to track shipping compliance received the Society for Marine Mammalogy’s award for Excellence in Scientific Communication. *Subscribe to the OneNOAA Science Seminar weekly email: *Send an email to OneNOAAscienceseminars-request(a)list.woc.noaa.gov with the word 'subscribe' in the subject or body. Visit the OneNOAA Science Seminar Series website for more. A. Gill tracy.gill(a)noaa.gov 240-533-0349 Physical Scientist & NOAA/NOS Science Seminar Coordinator NOAA | NOS | National Centers for Coastal Ocean Science Marine Spatial Ecology Division | Biogeography Branch 1305 East West Hwy, SSMC4, N/SCI-1, Rm 9208 Silver Spring, MD 20910-3278 *Check out **the OneNOAA Science Seminar Series website <https://www.nodc.noaa.gov/seminars/> for the schedule and to **sign up <https://list.woc.noaa.gov/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/onenoaascienceseminars> for the weekly NOAA seminar email list.* o o ><(((o> o <o)))>< o <o)))>< ><(((o> ><(((o>

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New Publication: Operational Protocols for the Use of Drones in Marine Animal Research
by Vanessa Pirotta (HDR) 27 Sep '20

27 Sep '20

Dear MARMAM readers, My colleagues and I would like to share our new publication: Operational Protocols for the Use of Drones in Marine Animal Research Raoult, V.; Colefax, A.P.; Allan, B.M.; Cagnazzi, D.; Castelblanco-Martínez, N.; Ierodiaconou, D.; Johnston, D.W.; Landeo-Yauri, S.; Lyons, M.; Pirotta, V.; Schofield, G.; Butcher, P.A. Operational Protocols for the Use of Drones in Marine Animal Research. Drones 2020, 4, 64. Abstract The use of drones to study marine animals shows promise for the examination of numerous aspects of their ecology, behaviour, health and movement patterns. However, the responses of some marine phyla to the presence of drones varies broadly, as do the general operational protocols used to study them. Inconsistent methodological approaches could lead to difficulties comparing studies and can call into question the repeatability of research. This review draws on current literature and researchers with a wealth of practical experience to outline the idiosyncrasies of studying various marine taxa with drones. We also outline current best practice for drone operation in marine environments based on the literature and our practical experience in the field. The protocols outlined herein will be of use to researchers interested in incorporating drones as a tool into their research on marine animals and will help form consistent approaches for drone-based studies in the future. Available here:https://doi.org/10.3390/drones4040064 Dr. Vanessa Pirotta Marine Predator Research Group Department of Biological Sciences Faculty of Science and Engineering Macquarie University, NSW 2109, Australia Twitter: @vanessapirotta Watch my TEDx talk here<https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2PXgFoTtwi0>

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IFAW Marine Mammal Stranding Internships - Winter/Spring 2021
by Kasper, Kira 27 Sep '20

27 Sep '20

The International Fund for Animal Welfare (IFAW) is currently accepting applications for winter/spring 2021 Marine Mammal Stranding Internships. IFAW Marine Mammal Stranding Internship Winter/Spring Session 2021 (Mid-January - Last week of May) Complete Applications due: October 15th, 2020 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 program strives 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 261 strandings occurring each year. These strandings include live and dead seals, whales, porpoises, and dolphins. Stranding Intern Duties * Stranding hotline coverage: answer calls, document reports, educate callers, dispatch volunteers, complete associated paperwork and enter data. * Marine mammal stranding response and necropsy: assist staff with all aspects of marine mammal stranding response, including live animal health assessment and supportive care, biological data collection, post-mortem examinations and sampling in both field and laboratory settings. * Stranding / necropsy readiness: cleaning, organizing and maintaining stranding response and necropsy gear, equipment and facilities, restocking kits and supplies. * Data entry / sample processing: assist in entry of stranding data. Assist in organizing, cataloging, disseminating and archiving of photos, videos, datasheets, samples, etc. * Outreach: assist staff with training and outreach material preparation and organization, participate in opportunistic outreach at stranding sites, participate in community events. Please see the following link for the full posting and to apply: https://recruiting.ultipro.com/INT1059IFFA/JobBoard/17b588a3-808b-4bc9-aea8… Kira Kasper Stranding Technician Marine Mammal Rescue and Research 290 Summer Street Yarmouth Port, MA 02675 United States Please note: my schedule varies regularly and I often work outside of the M-F 9-5 timeframe. +1 508 744 2265 (office) +1 508 743 9548 (stranding hotline) www.ifaw.org<https://www.ifaw.org/> [ifaw]<https://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 on diet composition and biomass consumption in harbour seals (Maria Sørlie)
by Maria Sørlie 26 Sep '20

26 Sep '20

Dear Marmam colleagues, I hope everyone is staying safe and healthy during these challenging times. My co-authors and I are pleased to share our article on harbour seal diet: “Diet composition and biomass consumption of harbour seals in Telemark and Aust-Agder, Norwegian Skagerrak”. Citation: Maria Sørlie, Kjell Tormod Nilssen, Arne Bjørge & Carla Freitas (2020) Diet composition and biomass consumption of harbour seals in Telemark and Aust-Agder, Norwegian Skagerrak, Marine Biology Research, DOI: 10.1080/17451000.2020.1751205 <https://www.tandfonline.com/action/showCitFormats?doi=10.1080/17451000.2020…> Abstract: To explore ecosystem dynamics and functions it is vital to obtain knowledge on predator–prey relations. Harbour seals are piscivorous predators that can come into conflict with fisheries. Recently, as the Skagerrak and Kattegat population of harbour seals has increased, claims have emerged that seals are depleting coastal cod populations. The diet of harbour seals in Norwegian Skagerrak was investigated based on otolith identification from scats. The overall seal diet included 20 different fish species/groups. The most important prey (combined index Qi) were haddock/pollack/saithe (32.7%), genus Trisopterus (Norway pout/poor cod/bib, 12.5%), plaice (12.4%) and herring (10.0%). Plaice also had the largest biomass (24.1%). Gadoids and pleuronectids comprised 88.6% of the diet (combined index Qi) and 87.1% in terms of biomass. Cod constituted 0.7% (combined index Qi) of the overall diet and 2.3% in terms of biomass. Fish length estimates showed that seals generally prefer small fish below minimum allowed landing size. Estimated total amount of fish consumed was 315 tons per year and was dominated by non-commercial species. Annual cod consumption was an estimated 7.1 tons, representing 5% of annual cod landings, suggesting that competition between local fisheries and harbour seals is limited. Key words: Phoca vitulina, cod, Gadus morhua, feeding ecology, prey consumption The article is Open Access and can be downloaded via this link: https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/17451000.2020.1751205 You can also email me for a pdf copy or if you have any inquiries at miokul(a)gmail.com I would like to extend my gratitude to readers of our work as well as editors and reviewers for their contributions to the finished product. Wishing everyone all the best, Maria Sørlie *********************************************** Maria Sørlie Master of Marine Ecology from University of Agder, Department of Natural Sciences University of Agder P.O.Box 422 4604 Kristiansand Norway https://www.uia.no/ miokul(a)gmail.com https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Maria_Sorlie https://www.linkedin.com/in/maria-s%C3%B8rlie-6b582259/ ***********************************************

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New paper on the physics of rorqual lunge feeding
by Jean Potvin 26 Sep '20

26 Sep '20

Dear MARMAM readers, On behalf of my co-authors, I am pleased to announce the publication of our new paper which has just appeared in American Journal of Physics: "A perfectly inelastic collision: Bulk prey engulfment by baleen whales and dynamical implications for the world's largest cetaceans"; By Potvin J, Cade DE, Werth AJ, Shadwick RE and Goldbogen JA Abstract: The largest animals are the rorquals, a group of whales which rapidly engulf large aggregations of small-bodied animals along with the water in which they are embedded, with the latter subsequently expulsed via filtration through baleen. Represented by species like the blue, fin, and humpback whales, rorquals can exist in a wide range of body lengths (8–30 m) and masses (4000–190,000 kg). When feeding on krill, kinematic data collected by whale-borne biologging sensors suggest that they first oscillate their flukes several times to accelerate towards their prey, followed by a coasting period with mouth agape as the prey-water mixture is engulfed in a process approximating a perfectly inelastic collision. These kinematic data, used along with momentum conservation and time-averages of a whale’s equation of motion, show the largest rorquals as generating significant body forces (10–40 kN) in order to set into forward motion enough engulfed water to at least double overall mass. Interestingly, a scaling analysis of these equations suggests significant reductions in the amount of body force generated per kilogram of body mass at the larger sizes. In other words, and in concert with the allometric growth of the buccal cavity, gigantism would involve smaller fractions of muscle mass to engulf greater volumes of water and prey, thereby imparting a greater efficiency to this unique feeding strategy. Potvin J, Cade DE, Werth AJ, Shadwick RE and Goldbogen JA (2020). "A perfectly inelastic collision: Bulk prey engulfment by baleen whales and dynamical implications for the world's largest cetaceans" American Journal of Physics 88: 851 – 863, 2020; https://doi.org/10.1119/10.0001771 This is an Open Access article: Link to journal: https://aapt.scitation.org/doi/10.1119/10.0001771 Link to PDF: https://aapt.scitation.org/doi/pdf/10.1119/10.0001771 Enjoy! Jean Potvin potvinj(a)slu.edu "So many ideas, so little time..." Jean Potvin Department of Physics Shannon Hall rm. 111 Saint Louis University 3511 Laclede Ave. St. Louis MO, 63103 314-977-8424 https://sites.google.com/a/slu.edu/jeanpotvin/ https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Jean_Potvin https://twitter.com/LaboPotvin

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Public Webinar- Whale Safe
by Callie Steffen 25 Sep '20

25 Sep '20

Dear MARMAM Community, My colleagues and I are excited to invite you to a public webinar to learn about the new tool Whale Safe <http://whalesafe.com/>, the first near real-time whale detection system that uses AI-powered ocean sensors, big data models, and citizen science data to help reduce lethal collisions between endangered whales and large ships in Southern California. Unfortunately, scientists estimate that over 80 endangered whales are killed by ship collisions off the U.S. West Coast each year. To help prevent these fatal collisions, Whale Safe provides near real-time data insights on whale and ship activity in the Santa Barbara Channel and near the Ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach. Whale Safe Webinar Friday October 2nd 11am - 12pm PT Register at bit.ly/2ZYb6vl The webinar will include short presentations from the science team, a demonstration of how the tool works, and time for Q&A. Featured speakers include: - Dr. Briana Abrahms, Assistant Professor, University of Washington - Dr. Ana Širović, Associate Professor, Texas A&M University at Galveston - Dr. Mark Baumgartner, Senior Scientist, Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution - Morgan Visalli, Project Scientist, Benioff Ocean Initiative, University of California Santa Barbara - You can also check out the new website at www.whalesafe.com We look forward to connecting with you and answering your questions at the upcoming webinar. Please feel free to share widely with your networks. Callie Steffen Pronouns: She/Her Benioff Ocean Initiative University of California, Santa Barbara

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New publication on Floating marine macro litter: Density reference values and monitoring protocol settings from coast to offshore
by antonella.arcangeli＠isprambiente.it 25 Sep '20

25 Sep '20

Dear MARMAM list, is now published the article on "Floating marine macro litter: Density reference values and monitoring protocol settings from coast to offshore. Results from the MEDSEALITTER project" Monitoring Floating Marine Macro Litter (FMML) is a global priority, stressed within international programs, and regulated for the European Seas by the Marine Strategy Framework Directive. Although some well-defined common protocols exist for the assessment of beach litter and ingested litter, methodologies for FMML monitoring still vary, leading to some inconsistent results and hampering the global assessment of this threat. Within the MEDSEALITTER project (2016–2019), field experiments were implemented to define optimal monitoring parameters for FMML visual monitoring at different spatial scales, by assessing the influence of platform speed, strip width, observers experience, weather conditions, and litter size on its detectability. Along with the results of these experiments, we present the FMML density ranges detected across the over 20,000 km surveyed, highlighting a decreasing gradient from river mouths to coastal areas and the open sea, and providing a valuable contribution to the assessment of FMML in the Mediterranean Sea. The article is free for download at the link: https://authors.elsevier.com/a/1bkmW,ashxmp9 or could request in researchgate or to me at: antonella.arcangeli(a)isprambiente.it We hope it can be useful for the one of you that intend to integrate marine mammal surveys with marine litter monitoring. All the best antonella *********************************************** Antonella Arcangeli PhD ISPRA BIO Dep. - Environmental conservation and monitoring Via Brancati 60 00144 Rome Italy antonella.arcangeli(a)isprambiente.it ph. +39.06.50074470 mob. +39.349.3272200 ***********************************************

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New paper on Modeling the Bioaccumulation and Biomagnification Potential of Microplastics in a Cetacean Foodweb of the Northeastern Pacific
by Juan Jose Alava 24 Sep '20

24 Sep '20

Dear Marmam colleagues, I trust everyone is doing welland staying safe in these challenging times. I am pleasedto share a new article on “Modeling theBioaccumulation and Biomagnification Potential of Microplastics in a CetaceanFoodweb of the Northeastern Pacific: A Prospective Tool to Assess the RiskExposure to Plastic Particles,” which is a contribution presenting the development ofa cetacean-foodweb bioaccumulation model for microplastics to understand thebioaccumulation and biomagnification behavior of microplastics in top predatorssuch as marine mammals and support ecotoxicological risk assessments of these emergingand pervasive micropollutants. This article is an Open Access paperand can be found at the following link: https://www.frontiersin.org/article/10.3389/fmars.2020.566101 Full details and abstract: Citation: Alava, J.J. 2020,Modeling the Bioaccumulation and Biomagnification Potential of Microplastics ina Cetacean Foodweb of the Northeastern Pacific: A Prospective Tool to Assessthe Risk Exposure to Plastic Particles. Frontiers in Marine Science7:566101. doi: 10.3389/fmars.2020.566101 https://doi.org/10.3389/fmars.2020.566101 *Correspondence:Juan José Alava, j.alava(a)oceans.ubc.ca Published: 22 September 2020. Abstract Microplastics (MPs)can readily be ingested by marine organisms. Direct ingestion and trophictransfer are likely to be the main pathway for microplastics to bioaccumulatein upper trophic level organisms. Bioaccumulation potential of MPs in marinemammalian foodwebs is scarcely known. To understand whether microplasticsbioaccumulate in marine mammals, a bioaccumulation model for MPs was developedfor the filter-feeding humpback whale and fish-eating resident killer whalefoodwebs of the Northeastern Pacific. Applying three concentration scenariosfor MPs by entering observed water and sediment concentrations as input data(low, high, and moderate scenarios), and tested under two different eliminationrates (kE) for zooplankton, the model predictedspecies-specific and foodweb-specific bioaccumulation potential. Thepredator-prey biomagnification factor (BMFTL, used to assessthe ratio of the MP concentration in predator to that in prey adjusted to thedifference of trophic levels), involving cetaceans, appeared to be not onlylower than one or equal to one (BMFTL ≤ 1 as in residentkiller whale/Chinook salmon), but also BMFTL > 1 in somepredator-prey relationships (humpback whale/zooplankton). Depending on themagnitude of abiotic concentrations used in the modeling, the trophicmagnification factor (TMF) regression analyses over time showed lack ofevidence for trophic magnification as the magnification was independent of thetrophic level, indicating no changes (TMF = 1; p > 0.05), and trophicdilution (TMF < 1; p < 0.05) due to the decrease in MPconcentrations as the trophic level increased. Projected biomagnification insimplified foodwebs revealed no significant increase in concentrations as thetrophic level increased (TMF = 1; p > 0.05), following 100–365 days.Compared to the high biomagnification behavior of persistent organic pollutantsin marine foodwebs, scarce biomagnification capacity of microplastic waspredicted in the cetacean foodwebs. Notwithstanding, the moderate to highmicroplastic bioaccumulation predicted in some lower trophic level marine organismshighlights the health risks of toxic exposure to marine fauna strongly relyingon fish and coastal communities highly dependent on seafood. This modeling workprovides a tool to assess the bioaccumulation potential and impact ofmicroplastics in the marine environment to support risk assessment and informplastic waste management. Keywords: microplastics,exposure, elimination rate, bioaccumulation, trophic magnification, southernresident killer whale, humpback whale, marine mammals https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fmars.2020.566101/full?&utm_so… Wishing you all well and stay safe. Juan Jose Alava -------------------- Juan Jose Alava, PhD. Research Associate, Nippon Foundation-Ocean Litter Project Principal Investigator, Ocean Pollution Research Unit (OPRU) Institute for the Oceans and Fisheries Faculty of Science, The University of British Columbia AERL 2202 Main Mall | Vancouver, BC V6T 1Z4 Canada http://oceans.ubc.ca/juan-jose-alava/ https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Juan_Jose_Alava/contributions?ev=prf_a… Adjunct Professor Resource and Environmental Management, Faculty of Environment, Simon Fraser University 8888 University Drive, Burnaby, British Columbia V5A 1S6,Canada E-mail: jalavasa(a)sfu.ca

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Elephant Seal Monitoring and Outreach Internship - Point Reyes National Seashore Association
by Sarah Codde 23 Sep '20

23 Sep '20

Point Reyes National Seashore Association and Point Reyes National Seashore are seeking applicants for the Elephant Seal Monitoring, Interpretation, Education, and Outreach Internship. This is an exciting opportunity for individuals who would like to increase their experience with wildlife monitoring, while also educating the public on natural history, research, and protection of northern elephant seals. This is a unique opportunity at Point Reyes National Seashore to gain skills and experience in both wildlife management and interpretation. This is a paid internship and housing may be provided at no cost to the intern (dependent on Covid-19 restrictions). The application period is open now and closes on Oct. 11, 2020. The internship duration is Oct. 26, 2020 - April 2021 (start and end dates are flexible). Please visit this website for the complete internship description and how to apply: https://ptreyes.org/about/jobs. Point Reyes National Seashore is part of the National Park Service and located in northern California, approximately 1 hour drive north of San Francisco. The intern will be an employee of the Point Reyes National Seashore Association, the primary nonprofit partner of the National Park Service at Point Reyes, while NPS staff will provide day-to-day technical guidance in the field. Sarah Codde | she/her Marine Ecologist Inventory & Monitoring Program Point Reyes National Seashore sarah_codde(a)nps.gov 415-464-5210

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