March 2021 - MARMAM - devlists.uvic.ca

Marine Science Scholarship
by Kirk Linaje 12 Mar '21

12 Mar '21

Good morning, We are excited to announce that our non-profit MORAES, Marine Order for Research and Action through Environmental Stewardship, is now accepting applications for the 2021 Aspiring Marine Scientist Scholarship. Recipients will receive up to $1,500.00 to be used towards their undergraduate studies in marine science as a South Florida university. Applications will be accepted until Tuesday, June 1 and recipients will be notified by mid-August. Please see the attached flyer or visit our website at www.soflomoraes.com<http://www.soflomoraes.com/> for more information. Cheers, The MORAES Team

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New publication: Sperm whale trumpet sounds in the Mediterranean Sea
by Daniela Silvia Pace 12 Mar '21

12 Mar '21

Dear colleagues, we are pleased to announce the publication of our new article on sperm whale trumpet sounds: Pace, D.S., Lanfredi, C., Airoldi, S., Giacomini, G., Silvestri, M., Pavan, G. & Ardizzone G.D. *Trumpet sounds emitted by male sperm whales in the Mediterranean Sea*. Sci Rep 11 (2021). https://www.nature.com/articles/s41598-021-84126-8 *Abstract* Sperm whale trumpets are sounds only occasionally documented, with a well recognisable and stereotyped acoustic arrangement. This study investigated the acoustic features of the trumpets and the context in which these sounds were recorded, using acoustic data collected over 22 years, in the Pelagos Sanctuary area (North-Western Mediterranean Sea). Analysed trumpets (n=230), recorded at the beginning of a dive after the whale fluke-up, comprised a series of acoustic units organized in short sequences. Acoustic parameters were derived for the entire trumpet and for each distinguishable unit in a trumpet. Overall, trumpet durations and their initial frequencies were higher in recordings collected when multiple whales were visually or acoustically detected in the observation area. The identity of 68 whales was assessed through photo-identification, with 29 individuals producing trumpets within and between years. The variability of the acoustic parameters appeared to be higher within the same individuals rather than between different individuals, suggesting an individual plasticity in composing and arranging units in a trumpet. Different click patterns were observed before and after the trumpets, with more complex sequences when (1) other whales were visually/acoustically detected, and (2) individuals were in suitable foraging sites (i.e., canyon areas). Trumpets were commonly followed or preceded by click patterns suited for communication, such as codas and/or slow clicks. Significant relations between the trumpet emission and the male-only long-range communication click pattern (i.e. slow clicks) emerged, supporting the hypothesis that a trumpet is a sound emitted by maturing/mature males in feeding grounds. This study provides the first evidence that trumpets were conserved in the sperm whale acoustic repertoire at the decadal timescale, persisting across years and individuals in the same area. This persistence may be functionally specific to foraging activities performed by males in a well-established feeding area. *Keywords*: sperm whale, *Physeter macrocephalus*, trumpets, acoustic behaviour, Mediterranean Sea Sincerely, Daniela, Caterina, Sabina, Giancarlo, Margherita, Gianni & Giandomenico -- Daniela Silvia Pace, PhD Department of Environmental Biology Marine Ecology Lab Sapienza University of Rome Viale dell’Università 32 00185 Rome, Italy mail: danielasilvia.pace(a)uniroma1.it mobile: +39 346 1039652 office: +39 06 4991 4763 skype: lagenorinco [image: Risultati immagini per logo sapienza] -- ________________________________________________________ Le informazioni contenute in questo messaggio di posta elettronica sono strettamente riservate e indirizzate esclusivamente al destinatario. Si prega di non leggere, fare copia, inoltrare a terzi o conservare tale messaggio se non si è il legittimo destinatario dello stesso. Qualora tale messaggio sia stato ricevuto per errore, si prega di restituirlo al mittente e di cancellarlo permanentemente dal proprio computer. The information contained in this e mail message is strictly confidential and intended for the use of the addressee only. If you are not the intended recipient, please do not read, copy, forward or store it on your computer. If you have received the message in error, please forward it back to the sender and delete it permanently from your computer system.

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Online Internship/course at Marine Mammal Research Association for April 2021
by Selina Brouwer 12 Mar '21

12 Mar '21

Dear all, *Please find below details of our Remote Internship with the Marine Mammal Research Association - **Deniz Memelileri Araştırma Derneği (DMAD).* Unfortunately due to the outbreak of COVID-19 it is almost impossible to travel safely to other countries at this moment, but that doesn't mean that you can't benefit from our knowledge and develop your career or get help with your thesis remotely. Students, graduates, career changers etc can receive both research and public outreach experience working with the DMAD team. http://www.dmad.org.tr/remote-internships WHO ARE DMAD AND WHAT DO WE DO? DMAD - Marine Mammals Research Association have scientific projects running in Turkey, Montenegro and Albania. We conduct long-term studies of marine mammals in Istanbul, Antalya, the Levantine sea, Montenegrin coastal waters and the northern coastline of Albania. We aim to address questions about marine mammal abundance, distribution and behaviour, define critical habitats and investigate the impact of major threats, ranging from tourism to hydrocarbon exploration. Our wider attention focuses on the promotion and implementation of awareness initiatives targeted at the local community. More details on the projects can be found here: http://www.dmad.org.tr/our-projects ABOUT THE INTERNSHIP: The DMAD team provides lectures and training as well as constant supervision. You will be given the chance to learn the most popular methodologies used in marine mammal research including: -Cetacean species identification within the Mediterranean -Population statuses and threats to marine mammals within the Mediterranean -Software used in the field (Pythagoras, Logger 2010) -Data analysis using GIS, R, Distance, Mark -Passive Acoustic Monitoring using PamGuard, Raven -Residency Pattern Analysis -Population Estimation -Scientific support on manuscript and technical report writing including thesis supervision PARTICIPATION FEE: The internship is for 2 months and is about 100 hours and requires a contribution fee of 560euro, which fully goes to supporting the project. WHAT'S INCLUDED IN THE FEE: -Video recordings -Scientific support through weekly Skype calls -Real data and practical examples to work through -Certification of participation HOW TO APPLY Our Remote Internship is an ongoing project, and the next one starts on the 5th of April; the number of places has a limit. It is also possible to change the internship to a course, please contact us for more information. Email your CV and cover letter to info(a)dmad.org.tr, giving details of your specific interests so that we can help you to develop a personal project. If you wish to have more info about our other internships and work please take a look at some of our web pages and social media: Our research: http://www.dmad.org.tr/our-projects Our remote internships: http://www.dmad.org.tr/remote-internships Our publications: http://www.dmad.org.tr/our-publications All the best and stay safe, -- DMAD-Team *info(a)dmad.org.tr <info(a)dmad.org.tr>* *www.dmad.org.tr <http://www.dmad.org.tr/>* *Follow us on: Instagram <https://www.instagram.com/DMADforNature/> & **Facebook <https://www.facebook.com/DMADforNature/>*

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New publication: Temporal acoustic occurrence of sperm whales (Physeter macrocephalus) and long-finned pilot whales (Globicephala melas) off western Ireland - (Cynthia Barile et al.)
by Cynthia BARILE - RESEARCH 12 Mar '21

12 Mar '21

Dear colleagues, My co-authors and I are pleased to announce the publication of the following article: Temporal acoustic occurrence of sperm whales (Physeter macrocephalus) and long-finned pilot whales (Globicephala melas) off western Ireland. Cynthia Barile, Simon Berrow, Gareth Parry and Joanne O’Brien. Marine Ecology Progress Series, 2021, https://www.int-res.com/abstracts/meps/v661/p203-227/ ABSTRACT: Sperm whales Physeter macrocephalus and long-finned pilot whales Globicephala melas are the most abundant species among the community of deep-diving cetaceans occurring off the west coast of Ireland, northeast Atlantic. To address a knowledge gap on these elusive species in an area subject to increasing levels of anthropogenic noise, fixed bottom-mounted autonomous acoustic recorders were deployed from 2014 to 2016 at 13 locations. Acoustic data were collected over 2410 cumulative days, for a total of 9179 h of recordings, with sperm whale clicks and pilot whale whistles detected on 79 and 53% of the days monitored, respectively. Diel, lunar and seasonal effects on the acoustic occurrence of sperm whales and long-finned pilot whales were investigated for individual recording sites and for each recording year using generalised estimating equations. Large differences in acoustic occurrence across stations for both species highlighted the existence of more critical locations throughout the year, especially to the north of the shelf edge. Temporally, significant modulations were found for both species at all scales investigated, but the lack of consistency across the study area emphasises the need to exercise great caution when inferring general tendencies based on local patterns. The variability of spatio-temporal patterns indicates a flexibility in the distribution of sperm whales and long-finned pilot whales off the west coast of Ireland, highlighting the challenge in establishing management and mitigation measures and stressing the need of long-term, year-round monitoring. The article is available upon request only. Feel free to contact me via email (cynthia.barile(a)research.gmit.ie) to request a full-text or if you have any questions. Kind regards, Cynthia Barile, Ph.D. candidate Marine and Freshwater Research Centre Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology Dublin Road, Galway, Ireland Twitter: @cynthia_barile Tá an ríomhphost seo faoi réir an tséanta seo leanas atá le fáil ag Séanadh Ríomhphost GMIT<http://www.gmit.ie/general/seanadh-riomhphoist> This email is subject to the following disclaimer available at GMIT Email Disclaimer<http://www.gmit.ie/general/email-disclaimer>

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New publication: Elevated Calf Mortality and Long-Term Responses of Wild Bottlenose Dolphins to Extreme Climate Events
by Vivienne Foroughirad 11 Mar '21

11 Mar '21

Dear colleagues, On behalf of all the co-authors we are pleased to announce our new publication in the special issue of Small Cetacean Conservation: Current Challenges and Opportunities in Frontiers and Marine Science. "Elevated Calf Mortality and Long-Term Responses of Wild Bottlenose Dolphins to Extreme Climate Events: Impacts of Foraging Specialization and Provisioning" Janet Mann, Vivienne Foroughirad, Molly H. F. McEntee, Madison L. Miketa, Taylor C. Evans, Caitlin Karniski, Ewa Krzyszczyk, Eric M. Patterson, John C. Strohman and Megan M. Wallen Abstract: As demands for wildlife tourism increase, provisioning has become a popular means of providing up-close viewing to the public. At Monkey Mia, Shark Bay, Australia, up to five adult female Indo-Pacific bottlenose dolphins (Tursiops aduncus) visit a 100 m stretch of beach daily to receive fish handouts. In 2011, a severe marine heatwave (MHW) devastated seagrass and fish populations in Shark Bay. Offspring survival declined precipitously among seagrass specialists (dolphins that forage disproportionately in seagrass habitat). As all provisioned dolphins at the site are seagrass specialists, we examined how provisioned and non-provisioned seagrass specialists responded to the MHW. Using 27 years of data we compare habitat use, home range size, calf mortality, and predation risk between provisioned and non-provisioned females and their offspring before and after the MHW. Our results show that provisioned females have extremely small home ranges compared to non-provisioned females, a pattern attributable to their efforts to remain near the site of fish handouts. However, weaned offspring (juveniles) born to provisioned females who are not provisioned themselves also had much smaller home ranges, suggesting a persistent maternal effect on their behavior. After the MHW, adult females increased their use of seagrass habitats, but not their home range size. Provisioned females had significantly lower calf mortality than non-provisioned females, a pattern most evident pre-MHW, and, in the first 5 years after the MHW (peri-MHW, 2011–2015), calf mortality did not significantly increase for either group. However, the ecosystem did not recover, and post-MHW (2016–2020), calf mortality was substantially higher, regardless of provisioning status. With few survivors, the impact of the MHW on juvenile mortality post-weaning is not known. However, over three decades, juvenile mortality among offspring of provisioned vs. non-provisioned females did not statistically differ. Thus, the survival benefits accrued to calves in the provisioned group likely cease after weaning. Finally, although shark attack rates on seagrass specialists did not change over time, elevated predation on calves cannot be ruled out as a cause of death post-MHW. We discuss our results as they relate to anthropogenic influences on dolphin behavioral plasticity and responses to extreme climate events. The full article is now available via: https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fmars.2021.617550/full Regards, Dr. Vivienne Foroughirad (*she/her*) Postdoctoral Fellow Department of Biology Georgetown University vjf5(a)georgetown.edu

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FULL TIME JOB POSTION - Researcher in Portugal
by AIMM Internships 11 Mar '21

11 Mar '21

The Marine Environment Research Association – AIMM is recruiting a Researcher to join its team! The successful candidate will be expected to work effectively within a small team and will get involved in the multiple tasks of our NGO, such as, research projects and educational activities, logistics and administration management. Position with a fulltime contract and competitive salary. More details will be given to selected candidates for interview. Ideal candidates for this paid position will: - have a background in Biological or Environmental Sciences - have experience in Biostatistics - hold a PhD degree (awarded or to be awarded soon) in a relevant area - have good knowledge of data analysis - have experience in fundraising - have experience in scientific and technical writing - have experience in writing and submitting grant applications - have Portuguese nationality (highly desirable) or EU nationality ( mandatory) - be fluent in Portuguese (mandatory) and English - have demonstrated capacity to work independently and a proactive attitude at work - have proven experience in team leadership and group supervision - be highly motivated, versatile and responsible - be organised with genuine attention to details - be available to start working in May 2021 To apply please send a copy of your CV (including two references) and motivation letter written in Portuguese or English to hr(a)aimmportugal.org with the subject "Investigador 2021". Motivation letter should describe applicant experience, long term research, interests and background (age, gender, work/life experience, etc). Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, age, sex, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Applications need to be submitted by *April 1, 2021*. -- *AIMM Portugal* - Ass. Investigação do Meio Marinho | Marine Environment Research Association *Website*: www.aimmportugal.org [image: AIMM Portugal | facebook] <https://www.facebook.com/AIMM.org/> [image: AIMM Portugal | twitter] <https://twitter.com/AIMMPortugal> [image: AIMM Portugal | instagram] <https://www.instagram.com/aimmportugal_org/> [image: AIMM Portugal | youtube] <http://www.youtube.com/c/AimmportugalOrg>

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Visual Guides of Animal Reproduction- cetacean addition
by Dara Orbach 11 Mar '21

11 Mar '21

Dear colleagues, On behalf of my collaborators, I would like to share with you the link to VisGAR- Visual Guides of Animal Reproduction. The educational resource developed by the University of Florida College of Veterinary Medicine includes anatomical images to assist with reproductive research and education in a variety of species, some of which include bovines, canines, felines, and now new guides for cetaceans and porcines. We welcome you to explore the guides. https://visgar.vetmed.ufl.edu/ Dara Orbach, PhD Assistant Professor of Marine Biology Department of Life Sciences Texas A&M University- Corpus Christi

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MSc Marine Mammal Science @ University of St Andrews application deadline approaching
by Luke Rendell 11 Mar '21

11 Mar '21

Dear all, We are currently accepting applications for our unique and intense one-year MSc programme at the University of St Andrews in Scotland, UK for September 2021 entry. This is just a heads-up that the April 2nd deadline for applications is approaching. The MSc in Marine Mammal Science has been running for 14 years. The programme reflects the research interests and expertise of the staff at the Sea Mammal Research Unit (SMRU). This unique Master's has a strong focus on quantitative methods and applied techniques and is designed to prepare students fully for a professional career involved with conservation of and research into marine mammals. Optional modules take full advantage of the research strengths of the SMRU covering biologging, bioacoustics, behaviour, polar ecology and population biology. For detailed information on the MSc programme including content, entry requirements and how to apply please refer to the MSc MMS website: https://www.st-andrews.ac.uk/subjects/marine-biology/marine-mammal-science-… Best wishes, Luke -- Dr. Luke Rendell MASTS (masts.ac.uk) Reader in Biology Tel: (44)(0)1334 463499 E-mail: ler4(a)st-andrews.ac.uk WWW: http://biology.st-andrews.ac.uk/staff/ler4 Twitter: @_lrendell School of Biology, University of St. Andrews Sir Harold Mitchell Building, St. Andrews, Fife KY16 9TH U.K. -- I sometimes send emails at odd times but I do not expect them to be read, or to receive a response, outwith your normal working hours. The University of St Andrews is a charity registered in Scotland (SC013532)

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Invitation for SOMEMMA Virtual Conference (in English and Spanish)
by Katherina Audley 10 Mar '21

10 Mar '21

Greetings all - I am passing along an invitation from our colleagues at SOMEMMA about their excellent biennial conference, which will be online this year: “THE KEYNOTE PACKAGE” During the XXXVII International Meeting for the Study of Marine Mammals (May 3-6, 2021) by the Mexican Society for Marine Mammalogy (SOMEMMA), which will be online, 6 keynote conferences will be given. Are you interested in just registering for them? We offer you an exclusive package with a cost of $500 MXN ($25.00 USD), to access only these talks. It is a good opportunity to learn from the greatest. **Important: There will be simultaneous translation from Spanish to English. Registration, keynote talks and more here: https://somemma.exporegistro.com/registro_magistrales.php <https://somemma.exporegistro.com/registro_magistrales.php> You can solve doubts in the following account, and it is to whom you need to send your payment receipt, with name, institution and if you are a student/professor: tesoreria.somemma(a)gmail.com <mailto:tesoreria.somemma@gmail.com> — Katherina Audley Founder and Director Whales of Guerrero National Geographic Explorer http://www.whalesinmexico.com <http://www.whalesinmexico.com/> http://www.facebook.com/whalesinmexico <http://www.facebook.com/whalesinmexico> Need more whales and happiness in your life? Sign up for our fun newsletter! <https://www.whalesinmexico.com/about/join-our-mailing-list/> Follow our adventures in marine conservation on my National Geographic Voices blog! <https://blog.nationalgeographic.org/author/kaudley/> katherina(a)whalesinmexico.com US: +1 415 847 7295 Mexico: +52 1 755 127 1583 Skype: kataudley

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Mondays Ocean Talks with Dr. Hal Whitehead
by AIMM Internships 10 Mar '21

10 Mar '21

*Monday’s Ocean Talks* Monday’s Ocean Talks is a set of interviews between Joana Castro, the founder of AIMM, and invited guests from all over the world who play an important role within the ocean and marine life. The launch of Monday’s Ocean Talks was the 15th of February and every two weeks a new interview will be released. Each interview has a duration of one hour and is an informal talk, a sharing of experiences and an exchange of knowledge. The interviews are completely free to access and will be released on the AIMM YouTube channel every two weeks. Subscribe and meet an Ocean Researcher! The next interview will be with Dr. Hal Whitehead. Please read his biography below. Dr. Hal Whitehead Hal Whitehead is a University Research Professor in the Department of Biology at Dalhousie University. His research focuses on social organization and cultural transmission in the deep-water whales, but he also works on their ecology, population biology and conservation. Field work is mainly carried out in the North Atlantic (particularly off eastern Canada) and South Pacific oceans from a 12-meter sailing boat. Hal uses individual-based stochastic computer models to study cultural evolution, gene-culture coevolution and mating strategies. He has developed statistical tools and software for analyzing vertebrate social systems. Hal holds a BA in Mathematics, Diploma in Mathematical Statistics, and PhD in Zoology from Cambridge University in England. He coedited *Cetacean Societies: Field Studies of Whales and Dolphins* (University of Chicago Press; 2000), and has written *Sperm Whales; Social Evolution in the Ocean* (University of Chicago Press, 2003), *Analyzing Animal Societies: Quantitative Methods for Vertebrate Social Analysis* (University of Chicago Press, 2008), and, with Luke Rendell, the forthcoming *The Cultural Lives of Whales and Dolphins* (University of Chicago Press, 2014). He has served on the IUCN Species Survival Commission Cetacean Specialist Group since 1983, was co-chair of the COSEWIC Marine Mammal SSC between 2001-2004, and received the Marsh Award for Marine and Freshwater Conservation, Zoological Society of London in 2007. *Biography by The Whale Sanctuary Project* More information about Dr. Hal Whitehead https://whiteheadlab.weebly.com/ Monday Ocean Talks Interview with Dr. Hal Whitehead 15th March – 3pm (GMT) at AIMM YouTube channel More info: info(a)aimmportugal.org -- *AIMM Portugal* - Ass. Investigação do Meio Marinho | Marine Environment Research Association *Website*: www.aimmportugal.org [image: AIMM Portugal | facebook] <https://www.facebook.com/AIMM.org/> [image: AIMM Portugal | twitter] <https://twitter.com/AIMMPortugal> [image: AIMM Portugal | instagram] <https://www.instagram.com/aimmportugal_org/> [image: AIMM Portugal | youtube] <http://www.youtube.com/c/AimmportugalOrg>

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