[MARMAM] New paper - Refining estimates of availability bias to improve assessments of the conservation status of an endangered dolphin

Dear colleagues, My co-authors and I are pleased to announce our new publication: Sucunza F, Danilewicz D, Cremer M, Andriolo A, Zerbini AN (2018) Refining estimates of availability bias to improve assessments of the conservation status of an endangered dolphin. Abstract: Estimation of

[MARMAM] New publication on heat flux in Florida manatees

My co-authors and I are pleased to announce our recent publication: Erdsack N, McCully Phillips SR, Rommel SA, Pabst DA, McLellan WA, Reynolds JE, III (2018) Heat flux in manatees: an individual matter and a novel approach to assess and monitor the thermal state of Florida manatees

[MARMAM] LAST CALL FOR APPLICATIONS - Field assistant opportunity this summer in Cedar Key, Florida

Dear Marmamers, We are seeking 1 field assistant for the Cedar Key Dolphin Project 2018 field season this upcoming summer, between mid-May and mid/late-August (up to 13 weeks). The field season will be focused on gathering acoustic and behavioral data during specialized foraging tactics as

[MARMAM] Applicants Sought: Soundwatch Boater Education Program Coordinator

Position: Soundwatch Boater Education Program Coordinator. Year-round FT employment includes health care benefits. Location: Friday Harbor, San Juan Island, Washington, USA Established in 1979 as the first U.S. museum dedicated to whales living in the wild, The Whale Museum promotes stewardship

[MARMAM] DOLPHIN RESEARCH INTERNSHIP IN PORTUGAL

*DOLPHIN RESEARCH INTERNSHIP IN PORTUGAL* *BACKGROUND: *The Marine Environment Research Association - AIMM, is a non-profit, non-governmental organization focused on the research and conservation of marine species, running an ongoing study of cetaceans in southern Portugal (Algarve). This

[MARMAM] Volunteer Internship: Whale Heritage Sites Programme Assistant

Dear Marmamers, We would like to request applications for the role of Whale Heritage Sites Programme Assistant (volunteer internship); 16 April – 15 June 2018: *Overview* An initiative of the World Cetacean Alliance, Whale Heritage Sites (WHS) are aimed at increasing the protection and

[MARMAM] 2018 WCA Responsible Whale Watching Guides Courses

Dear Marmamers, This year, the World Cetacean Alliance (WCA) is holding three intensive 5-day training courses to become a certified WCA Responsible Whale Watching Guide or Marine Educator. The dates of the three courses are outlined below. *Dates:* Monday 30th April to Friday 4th May 2018

[MARMAM] New publication: Transplacental transfer of persistent organic pollutants in La Plata dolphins (Pontoporia blainvillei; Cetartiodactyla, Pontoporiidae)

Dear all, On behalf of all co-authors, I am pleased to inform you on the publication of the paper concerning transplacental transfer of persistent organic pollutants in La Plata dolphins. Barbosa APM, Méndez-Fernandez P, Dias P., Santos MCO, Taniguchi S, Montone RC (2018) Transplacental

[MARMAM] Mysticetus Data Capture and Management Software Discounted for Researchers

Dear List Members, This announcement is to let researchers know of the low-cost availability of the 2018 version of Mysticetus marine mammal software meeting your survey planning, data collection, and reporting requirements for scientific research and academic studies. Mysticetus is modern,

[MARMAM] Veterinary Technician Vacancy @ Virginia Aquarium

Dear Marmamers, We would like to announce that we have begun the search for a veterinary technician to join the Virginia Aquarium's Stranding Response Program. The Stranding Response Program is part of the Virginia Aquarium's non-profit foundation, and responds to an average 350-500 sea