August 2022 - MARMAM - devlists.uvic.ca

Distribution and genetic diversity of Anisakis spp. in cetaceans from the Northeast Atlantic Ocean and the Mediterranean Sea
by Alexandros Frantzis 31 Aug '22

31 Aug '22

Dear all, On behalf of Paolo Cipriani and all the co-authors, I would like to let you know about our recent paper in */Nature /**(Scientific reports)*. /*Distribution and genetic diversity of Anisakis spp. in cetaceans from the Northeast Atlantic Ocean and the Mediterranean Sea */ Paolo Cipriani1,2*, Marialetizia Palomba3, Lucilla Giulietti2, Federica Marcer4, Sandro Mazzariol4, Mario Santoro5, Renato Aco Alburqueque1, Pablo Covelo6, Alfredo López6,7, M. Begoña Santos8, Graham J. Pierce9, Andrew Brownlow10, Nicholas J. Davison10, Barry McGovern11, Alexandros Frantzis12, Paraskevi Alexiadou12, Dánjal Petur Højgaard13, Bjarni Mikkelsen13, Michela Paoletti3, Giuseppe Nascetti3, Arne Levsen2 & Simonetta Mattiucci1* *Abstract* Parasite biodiversity in cetaceans represents a neglected component of the marine ecosystem. This study aimed to investigate the distribution and genetic diversity of anisakid nematodes of the genus Anisakis sampled in cetaceans from the Northeast Atlantic Ocean and the Mediterranean Sea. A total of 478 adults and pre-adults of Anisakis spp. was identified by a multilocus genetic approach (mtDNA cox2, EF1 α − 1 nDNA and nas 10 nDNA gene loci) from 11 cetacean species. A clear pattern of host preference was observed for Anisakis spp. at cetacean family level: A. simplex (s.s.) and A. pegreffii infected mainly delphinids; A. physeteris and A. brevispiculata were present only in physeterids, and A. ziphidarum occurred in ziphiids. The role of cetacean host populations from different waters in shaping the population genetic structure of A. simplex (s.s.), A. pegreffii and A. physeteris was investigated for the first time. Significant genetic sub-structuring was found in A. simplex (s.s.) populations of the Norwegian Sea and the North Sea compared to those of the Iberian Atlantic, as well as in A. pegreffii populations of the Adriatic and the Tyrrhenian Seas compared to those of the Iberian Atlantic waters. Substantial genetic homogeneity was detected in the Mediterranean Sea population of A. physeteris. This study highlights a strong preference by some Anisakis spp. for certain cetacean species or families. Information about anisakid biodiversity in their cetacean definitive hosts, which are apex predators of marine ecosystems, acquires particular importance for conservation measures in the context of global climate change phenomena. This an open access publication that can be reached from the following link: https://www.nature.com/articles/s41598-022-17710-1.epdf?sharing_token=Cp0y_… For further details, please contact the first author at: paolo.cipriani(a)hi.no Best wishes, Alexandros -- __________________________________________________________ Dr. Alexandros Frantzis Scientific director Pelagos Cetacean Research Institute Terpsichoris 21 16671 Vouliagmeni, GREECE Tel.: +30-210-8960108 e-mail:afrantzis@otenet.gr website:http://www.pelagosinstitute.gr https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCVyp-eiteK0GBb0Lr5psk0g __________________________________________________________ -- This email has been checked for viruses by Avast antivirus software. https://www.avast.com/antivirus

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New publication: A Multi-Matrix Metabolomic Approach in Ringed Seals and Beluga Whales to Evaluate Contaminant and Climate-Related Stressors
by Antoine Simond 31 Aug '22

31 Aug '22

Hello everyone, My co-authors and I are pleased to announce and share our recent paper titled: *A Multi-Matrix Metabolomic Approach in Ringed Seals and Beluga Whales to Evaluate Contaminant and Climate-Related Stressors* Simond, A.E., Noël, M., Loseto, L., Houde, M., Kirk, J., Elliott, A., and Brown, T.M. *Abstract* As a high trophic-level species, ringed seals (*Pusa hispida*) and beluga whales (*Delphinapterus leucas*) are particularly vulnerable to elevated concentrations of biomagnifying contaminants, such as polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs), polybrominated diphenyl ethers (PBDEs) and mercury (Hg). These species also face climate-change-related impacts which are leading to alterations in their diet and associated contaminant exposure. The metabolomic profile of marine mammal tissues and how it changes to environmental stressors is poorly understood. This study characterizes the profiles of 235 metabolites across plasma, liver, and inner and outer blubber in adult ringed seals and beluga whales and assesses how these profiles change as a consequence of contaminants and dietary changes. In both species, inner and outer blubber were characterized by a greater proportion of lipid classes, whereas the dominant metabolites in liver and plasma were amino acids, carbohydrates, biogenic amines and lysophosphatidylcholines. Several metabolite profiles in ringed seal plasma correlated with δ13C, while metabolite profiles in blubber were affected by hexabromobenzene in ringed seals and PBDEs and Hg in belugas. This study provides insight into inter-matrix similarities and differences across tissues and suggests that plasma and liver are more suitable for studying changes in diet, whereas liver and blubber are more suitable for studying the impacts of contaminants. The paper is open access and can be downloaded here: https://www.mdpi.com/2218-1989/12/9/813 Please contact me at asimond(a)sfu.ca if you would like a copy of the manuscript or if you have any questions. Best regards, Antoine Simond

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New Publication: The Odontocete Ear Canal-Associated Lymphoid Tissue (ECALT) and Lymph Nodes
by Steffen De Vreese 31 Aug '22

31 Aug '22

Dear all, My co-authors and I are pleased to announce and share our recent paper titled *The Odontocete Ear Canal-Associated Lymphoid Tissue (ECALT) and Lymph Nodes: Morphological and Pathological Description with Immuno-Phenotypic Characterisation* De Vreese, S.; Centelleghe, C.; Graïc, J.-M.; Corrazola, G.; IJsseldijk, L.L.; André, M.; Mazzariol, S. The Odontocete Ear Canal-Associated Lymphoid Tissue (ECALT) and Lymph Nodes: Morphological and Pathological Description with Immuno-Phenotypic Characterisation. *Animals* *2022*, *12*, 2235. https://doi.org/10.3390/ani12172235 Simple Summary: The marine mammal immune system is of vital importance for the health of any marine mammal. With changes in the natural environment and with increasing anthropogenic stressors such as pollution, the immune system is challenged to unknown extents. Dolphins and other odontocete cetaceans have been shown to be particularly sensitive to anthropogenic influence in many aspects. In this regard, it is important to understand how these animals cope with novel stressors and how the immune system works and responds. In studying parallel issues related to underwater noise pollution, we looked at the cetacean ear canal and analysed in detail the cells of the immune system. Like the skin, it is likely to be exposed to the external environment and requires a local defence system as a first barrier to incoming threats. We studied the ear-canal associated immune system and describe the cell population using a variety of microscopic techniques. We describe healthy and activated tissue and cases with inflammation of the external ear canal and compare the different physiological states. As such, this study contributes to acquiring a general understanding of the odontocete cetacean immune system. Abstract: A changing marine environment with emerging natural and anthropogenic stressors challenges the marine mammal immune system. The skin and adnexa form a first protective barrier in the immune response, although this is still relatively understudied in cetaceans. The cellular and tissue morphology of the nodular and diffuse lymphoid tissue are not fully charted and the physiological responses are not yet completely understood. The odontocete’s external ear canal has a complex relationship with the external environment, with an artificial lumen rendering the inside of the canal a relatively secluded environment. In this work, we studied the odontocete ear canal-associated lymphoid tissue (ECALT) by histo- and immunohistochemistry (HC, IHC) with anti-CD3, anti-CD20, anti-Iba-1, anti-HLA-DR, and anti-vimentin antibodies. The ECALT cellular composition consists mainly of B-lymphocytes with the occasional presence of T-lymphocytes and the dispersed distribution of the macrophages. In cases of activation, the cellular reaction showed a similar pattern with the occasional presence of T-cells, plasma cells, and neutrophils. Nodular lymphoid tissue was generally in line with the description in other odontocetes, although with abundant erythrocytes throughout the entire organ. This study contributes to the understanding of the cellular composition of diffuse and nodular lymphoid tissue in several species of odontocetes, and in association with inflammation of the external ear canal. The paper can be accessed here: https://www.mdpi.com/2076-2615/12/17/2235 Best regards, Steffen De Vreese -- Steffen De Vreese, MVM, PhD Dipartimento di Biomedicina Comparata e Alimentazione (BCA) - Università degli Studi di Padova (It) Laboratori d'Aplicacions Bioacústiques (LAB) - Universitat Politécnica de Catalunya (Es) Linkedin.com/in/steffen-de-vreese-033a5994 Researchgate.net/profile/Steffen_De_Vreese

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New article - First record of sharksucker with a young Guiana dolphin
by Guilherme Augusto Bortolotto 31 Aug '22

31 Aug '22

Dear all, I'm pleased to share that or new article is now published in the JMBA-UK Souto, L., Ross, T., Sampaio, C., Reis, M., & Bortolotto, G. (2022). First record of sharksucker Echeneis naucrates associated with a young Guiana dolphin Sotalia guianensis in north-eastern Brazil. Journal of the Marine Biological Association of the United Kingdom, 1-4. doi:10.1017/S0025315422000637 Summary: We describe and discuss the rare observation of association between a young Guiana dolphin and likely the same sharksucker for over 1.5 month. Open access: https://doi.org/10.1017/S0025315422000637 Don't hesitate to get in touch with questions, comments and suggestions: gabdo(a)st-andrews.ac.uk <http://bortolotto.ga@gmail.com/gabdo@st-andrews.ac.uk> All the best, Guilherme A. Bortolotto (he/him) Research Fellow | Sea Mammal Research Unit http://www.smru.st-andrews.ac.uk/person/gabdo/ Project TARSAN International Thwaites Glacier Collaboration https://thwaitesglacier.org/index.php/

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FWC Manatee Photo-identification Internship - Deadline extended (Sept 9th)
by Johnson, Jennifer 30 Aug '22

30 Aug '22

Manatee Photo-identification Internship - Deadline extended (Sept 9th) The manatee photo-identification program is based in St. Petersburg, Florida at the Fish and Wildlife Research Institute (FWRI). FWRI is the research arm of the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC), a state agency. For more information about FWRI, please visit: https://myfwc.com/research/. FWRI's manatee photo-identification research focuses on long-term monitoring of Florida manatees in southwest Florida. The program's primary goal is to document individual manatees, which allows us to estimate annual adult survival and reproductive rates and to model population dynamics for state and federal assessments of Florida manatee status and recovery. Photo-identification data also provide insight regarding manatee movements, site fidelity, habitat use and behavior. Interns will primarily assist staff members with photographing manatees and collecting behavioral and environmental data at sites around Tampa Bay. Interns will also be responsible for a number of lab-based photo-identification tasks, such as downloading images, entering information into databases, scanning data sheets and matching images to known animals. Interns often collect data independently in the field, thus responsible, detail oriented applicants are encouraged to apply. Most field work is land-based; however, during the winter session opportunities are available to assist with boat-based manatee photo-identification. Other responsibilities may include but are not limited to data entry, assisting with manatee genetics research, special projects and outreach activities. This internship provides a great opportunity to gain valuable field and lab experience at a government agency. Two positions are available each year: one in winter (November to March) and one in summer (May to September). Start and end dates are flexible; however, a minimum commitment of four weekdays per week for four months is required. Work hours are typically 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. There is no compensation for these internship positions and successful applicants will be responsible for their own housing and transportation to and from the institute. Positions are open until filled, and priority will be given to candidates who can commit for longer periods. Qualifications: * Computer proficiency; Microsoft Access literacy preferred. * Working knowledge of SLR digital cameras, filters and lenses preferred but not required. * The ability to lift approximately 50 pounds of equipment. * A valid U.S. Driver's License. * Enthusiasm and willingness to learn field and lab based research methods. If you are interested in applying for an internship with the Fish and Wildlife Research Institute, the following information is required: * A cover letter describing the internship you are applying for; area(s) of academic/research interest; and the dates, days, and hours of availability. * A resume (or curriculum vitae) describing your relevant training and experience. * Current academic transcripts. (unofficial are sufficient) * Names and contact information for three references. Please submit application items as an e-mail attachment to: Interns(a)MyFWC.com<mailto:Interns@MyFWC.com> If electronic submission is not possible, hard copies can be mailed to: Internship Coordinator FWC Fish and Wildlife Research Institute 100 Eighth Avenue SE St. Petersburg, FL 33701-5020 We are still accepting applications for our winter internship for the 2022/2023 winter season (November-March). If interested, please apply by Friday, September 9th, 2022. Applicants may contact FWRI's Manatee Photo-identification Project Intern Manager, Jennifer Johnson, (Jennifer.Johnson(a)MyFWC.com<mailto:Jennifer.Johnson@MyFWC.com>, 727-502-4735) with questions regarding the internship.

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New publication: vessel impact on the whistle parameters of two ecotypes of bottlenose dolphin in La Paz Bay, Mexico
by Simone Antichi 29 Aug '22

29 Aug '22

Dear MARMAM community, On behalf of my coauthors, I am pleased to share our recently published article in the journal Diversity, special issue "Monitoring, Threat Assessment, and Conservation Actions of Cetaceans". Antichi S, Jaramillo-Legorreta AM, Urbán R. J, Martínez-Aguilar S, and Viloria-Gómora L. 2022. Small Vessel Impact on the Whistle Parameters of Two Ecotypes of Common Bottlenose Dolphin (*Tursiops truncatus*) in La Paz Bay, Mexico. Diversity 14:712. https://doi.org/10.3390/d14090712 Abstract Vessel traffic is one of the major sources of underwater anthropogenic noise. Dolphins can modify their vocal repertoire, especially whistles, in presence of vessels to facilitate their communication. Acoustic data were collected (sampling rate 96 kHz) in La Paz Bay, Gulf of California, Mexico. Whistle rate and parameters of the coastal and oceanic ecotypes of common bottlenose dolphins (*Tursiops truncatus*) were measured in absence of vessels and in presence of moving small vessels (size 5–10 m). The peak noise difference was calculated between the two frequency bands dominated by the whistles (2000–20,000 Hz) and the small vessel (500–2000 Hz). In presence of vessels the oceanic ecotype decreased whistle frequencies while the coastal ecotype increased them. Both ecotypes raised whistle frequencies with the decreasing of the peak noise difference. The differences in habitat and group structure could have driven the two ecotypes to react in a different way to the vessel presence. The paper is open access and can be downloaded at: https://www.mdpi.com/1424-2818/14/9/712/htm If you have any questions regarding our work please contact this email: santichi_20(a)alu.uabcs.mx Kind regards, Simone Antichi -- PhD candidate Departamento de Ciencias Marinas y Costeras, Universidad Autónoma de Baja California Sur, La Paz, Baja California Sur, Mexico. email: santichi_20(a)alu.uabcs.mx cell: +52 612 228 5196

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Job Posting: Stranding Technician, TMMSN
by hwhitehead＠tmmsn.org 29 Aug '22

29 Aug '22

Texas Marine Mammal Stranding Network Employment Opportunity Announcement - Stranding Technician The Texas Marine Mammal Stranding Network (TMMSN) is a non-profit 501C3 organization, established in 1980, dedicated to marine mammal conservation through rescue, rehabilitation, research, and education. Position Title: Stranding Technician Hours: Full time - 40 hours per week. You must be willing to work flexible hours including frequent weekends and holidays. Due to the unpredictable nature of stranding response, weekly schedules will vary and may require some travel. Hourly rate range: $12 - $14/hour Location: TMMSN Galveston Rehabilitation & Research Center TMMSN is currently seeking a Stranding Technician for stranding response and research within our stranding program. Our program investigates an average of 150 cetacean strandings along the Texas coast each year. We strive to ensure the collection of consistent, high-quality data that are used to investigate marine mammal health and strandings for conservation management. This position will include response to dead marine mammal carcasses and may involve assistance with the response to live marine mammals and any subsequent rehabilitation efforts as they occur. Another important component of this position is education and outreach, both in the field and in formal settings. The Stranding Technician position encompasses a variety of tasks, both in the field, at our rehabilitation and research center, and in an office setting. Applicant training and supervision will be conducted by senior staff. This is a physically demanding position that often requires field response on unscheduled lengthy days in a variety of weather conditions. Primary Functions and Responsibilities: . Staffing a 24hr. stranding hotline . Recovery of dead marine mammal strandings including examination, data collection, tissue sampling, sample processing, and carcass disposal . First response to live marine mammal strandings (these are less common than our dead responses) . Assistance with rehabilitation patients that are admitted to the TMMSN rehabilitation center, particularly observation shifts and procedure handling . Water quality (e.g., daily testing, backwashes, pool cleaning) . Facility and equipment maintenance . Submission of complete stranding forms and photo archives . Public outreach including both formal and informal education events . Other duties as assigned Candidate Qualifications: . Bachelor's degree in biology, marine science, zoology or related program; or experience equivalent . At least 18 years of age . Knowledge and experience operating large vehicles safely; valid state of Texas driver's license . Strong written/verbal communication skills . Able to lift a minimum of 50lbs., swim, walk long distances, work in extreme hot and cold field conditions, regular bending, lifting, carrying, climbing and reaching . Ability to be on-call, work overnights, weekends, and holidays . Strong organizational skills . Proficient in basic computer programs such as the Microsoft Office Suite . Works professionally and positively with the public and volunteers . Effective time management and self-accountability . Follows directions well, works well as a team but also independently, applies problem solving techniques . Sound judgment and good decision-making skills How to Apply: Please submit the following information electronically (PDF or Word document) by September 7, 2022 at 5pm to be considered. Copies of all relevant certificates or diplomas may be requested upon interview. Contact: Heidi Whitehead, TMMSN Executive Director E-mail: hwhitehead(a)tmmsn.org- Include "Stranding Technician" in the Subject Line 1. Statement of Interest (brief, 250 word maximum) that describes: a) your professional interests and career goals, b) your reasons for applying for this position, c) why you should be selected for this position, and d) your available start date. 2. At least two professional references- list individuals capable of commenting on your relevant professional qualifications. 3. Resume or curriculum vitae (no more than two pages) describing relevant jobs, internships, volunteer work, other activities/skills or accomplishments. TMMSN is an equal opportunity employer. We are seeking to fill this position as soon as a qualified candidate is selected. Applications will be reviewed as they are submitted. Criminal background checks and verification of references will be completed. -------------------- Heidi Whitehead Executive Director Texas Marine Mammal Stranding Network 4700 Avenue U. Galveston, TX 77551 Email: hwhitehead(a)tmmsn.org www.DolphinRescue.org

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Solicitation of Interest: NAVFAC Atlantic Marine Resources
by Rees, Deanna R CIV USN NAVFAC LANT NOR VA (USA) 29 Aug '22

29 Aug '22

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New publication: Common dolphin (Delphinus delphis) fission–fusion dynamics in the south coast of Portugal
by Joana Castro 29 Aug '22

29 Aug '22

Dear all, My co-authors and I are pleased to announce and share our recent paper titled *Common dolphin (Delphinus delphis) fission–fusion dynamics in the south coast of Portugal * * Castro, J., Faustino, C., Cid, A., Quirin, A., Matos, F.L., Rosa, R., Pearson, C.H. Common dolphin (Delphinus delphis) fission–fusion dynamics in the south coast of Portugal. Behav Ecol Sociobiol 76, 128 (2022). https://doi.org/10.1007/s00265-022-03235-0 <https://doi.org/10.1007/s00265-022-03235-0>* Abstract: Animals with fission–fusion dynamics live in fluid societies with varying party sizes. The joining (fusion) and separation (fission) of these parties is considered a response to costs and benefits associated with grouping. This study investigates which factors influence grouping and fission–fusion dynamics in common dolphins (Delphinus delphis) in Portugal. Between June and October of 2016 and 2017, 94 boat-based group focal follows were conducted, resulting in 2410, 2-min behavioral samples. Using generalized linear models, we examined how mother-calf pair presence, behavioral state, and temporal variability influence party size. We used generalized estimating equations to model behavior and fission–fusion dynamics, testing the responses to mother-calf presence and time. Parties were smaller when mother-calf pairs were absent or when animals were resting. Socializing parties without mother-calf pairs were more likely to be observed than traveling parties with mother-calf pairs. Compared to traveling, foraging was less likely in September and October than in June, and resting was more likely in September. Compared to stable state, parties without mother-calf pairs were more likely to fission than parties with mother-calf pairs and fusion events became less likely by advancing hour. We revealed that common dolphins in Southern Portugal exhibit a high degree of fission–fusion dynamics that are predominantly influenced by mother-calf presence, confirming the importance of this region as a nursery ground. By assessing fine-scale social dynamics in common dolphins, this study advances understanding of the evolutionary drivers shaping grouping patterns in wild cetaceans while also providing an important comparative counterpoint to terrestrial fission–fusion dynamic. The full paper is available here: <https://www.mdpi.com/2072-4292/13/1/156/htm>https://rdcu.be/cUtQ5 Please contact jmadeiracastro(a)gmail.com if you would like a copy of the manuscript or if you have any questions. Best regards Joana Castro

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JOB POSTING-Hawaiian Monk Seal Recovery Coordinator for NOAA Fisheries-closes 9/6
by Adam Kurtz - NOAA Federal 26 Aug '22

26 Aug '22

The Protected Resources Division in the Pacific Islands Regional Office of NOAA Fisheries is seeking applicants for our Hawaiian Monk Seal Recovery Coordinator. The job announcement can be found at https://www.usajobs.gov/job/673859000 and will be open until September 6, 2022. The person filling this position will serve as the Hawaiian Monk Seal Recovery Coordinator for NOAA Fisheries, Pacific Islands Regional Office, supporting implementation of the Endangered Species Act (ESA) by leading and assisting recovery and conservation activities for endangered Hawaiian monk seals. More information about the major responsibilities of this position is provided in the "Duties" section of the Job Announcement. *...* *Adam Kurtz* *Marine Wildlife Management Coordinator* *NOAA National Marine Fisheries Service* *Pacific Islands Regional Office* *Protected Resources Division* *Office Phone: 808-725-5165* <http://www.dolphinsmart.org>

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