Seal Behaviour Research in Australia
Volunteers are needed to assist with fieldwork investigating the effects of tourism on Australian fur seals in January and February, 2009.
Minimum time commitment is 7-10 days, but longer stays are possible. Research is conducted on a small, uninhabited island in Bass Strait, which is home to Australian and New Zealand fur seals as well as Little penguins and many other sea bird species.
Food and tent will be provided; camp facilities are primitive.
Volunteers will assist with observations of seal behaviour. Volunteers need to be in good health and fitness, have some experience camping and/or backpacking, have enthusiasm and patience, and be able to lift up to 50 lbs. as needed. A background in biological sciences is preferred.
If interested, please email a brief resume to:
Julia Back
MSc Candidate, A
ustralian-American Fulbright Scholar
Deakin Unviersity,
Melbourne,
Australia
jbac@deakin.edu.au
sábado, 29 de noviembre de 2008
Voluntariado: projecto boto en Brasil!
RIVER DOLPHIN RESEARCH INTERNSHIPS IN BRAZIL STARTING SOON
Once again, Projeto Boto is recruiting for 9-month internships in the Mamirau Reserve, Brazil. We require fit, enthusiastic, hard-working fieldworkers who will carry forward our long-term study of botos (Amazon river dolphins). Due to close involvement with local communities, interns are required to have at least moderate Portuguese language skills, or to speak fluent Spanish, in addition to English. There are no exceptions.
Projeto boto was established in 1994. To date it has hosted more than 50 interns of many different nationalities. The Project's objective is to conserve the boto, and the sympatric tucuxi, through research leading to greater understanding of the biology and ecology of these dolphins. In recent years we have also spent considerable time investigating the impacts of fisheries on these species, and especially the relatively new harpoon hunt, in which thousands of botos are killed each year for fish bait.
Due to unexpected circumstances, we are seeking 2 people to commence work as soon as possible, ideally in December 2008. But we would also like to hear from people available in 2009.
Our work is centred on a floating lab/accommodation base, moored in the flooded forest. The research team comprises 3-5 people, who maintain daily observational boat-based research effort year-round. The basis of the work is the piecing together of the lives of over 450 individually recognisable dolphins, to provide publishable information on such diverse topics as growth, reproduction, habitat use, social system, seasonal movements, survival rates, causes of mortality etc.
Interns are provided with free accommodation and basic food, and receive a small monthly stipend. Transportation to the fieldsite (near the town of Tef?, Amazonas) from Manaus is provided, but interns must arrange and pay for their own transportation to Manaus.
All necessary training is provided on site. Further information on all aspects of the work is available at www.projetoboto.com
Successful applicants will:
- be aged 21-35
- speak at least moderate Portuguese or fluent Spanish, in addition to English
- be available for 9-12 months
- have completed a university degree, preferably in zoology or biology
- preferably have some fieldwork experience
Applicants should please provide:
- Full CV, complete with age, nationality, linguistic skills, educational and fieldwork experience
- A letter explaining why you are prepared to dedicate 9 months of your life to this study.
- The names and email addresses of 3 referees who are familiar with you and your work.
- The date on which you would be available to start work in the Amazon.
Send this information by email to both of the Project co-ordinators, Prof. Tony Martin (boto@live.co.uk) and Dr Vera da Silva (tucuxi@inpa.gov.br).
Closing date is 04 December 2008, but early application may be an advantage. Applications fulfilling the above criteria will be acknowledged within 3 days, but there will be no further communication unless the applicant is short-listed. Short-listed applicants will be notified by 09 December latest.
Once again, Projeto Boto is recruiting for 9-month internships in the Mamirau Reserve, Brazil. We require fit, enthusiastic, hard-working fieldworkers who will carry forward our long-term study of botos (Amazon river dolphins). Due to close involvement with local communities, interns are required to have at least moderate Portuguese language skills, or to speak fluent Spanish, in addition to English. There are no exceptions.
Projeto boto was established in 1994. To date it has hosted more than 50 interns of many different nationalities. The Project's objective is to conserve the boto, and the sympatric tucuxi, through research leading to greater understanding of the biology and ecology of these dolphins. In recent years we have also spent considerable time investigating the impacts of fisheries on these species, and especially the relatively new harpoon hunt, in which thousands of botos are killed each year for fish bait.
Due to unexpected circumstances, we are seeking 2 people to commence work as soon as possible, ideally in December 2008. But we would also like to hear from people available in 2009.
Our work is centred on a floating lab/accommodation base, moored in the flooded forest. The research team comprises 3-5 people, who maintain daily observational boat-based research effort year-round. The basis of the work is the piecing together of the lives of over 450 individually recognisable dolphins, to provide publishable information on such diverse topics as growth, reproduction, habitat use, social system, seasonal movements, survival rates, causes of mortality etc.
Interns are provided with free accommodation and basic food, and receive a small monthly stipend. Transportation to the fieldsite (near the town of Tef?, Amazonas) from Manaus is provided, but interns must arrange and pay for their own transportation to Manaus.
All necessary training is provided on site. Further information on all aspects of the work is available at www.projetoboto.com
Successful applicants will:
- be aged 21-35
- speak at least moderate Portuguese or fluent Spanish, in addition to English
- be available for 9-12 months
- have completed a university degree, preferably in zoology or biology
- preferably have some fieldwork experience
Applicants should please provide:
- Full CV, complete with age, nationality, linguistic skills, educational and fieldwork experience
- A letter explaining why you are prepared to dedicate 9 months of your life to this study.
- The names and email addresses of 3 referees who are familiar with you and your work.
- The date on which you would be available to start work in the Amazon.
Send this information by email to both of the Project co-ordinators, Prof. Tony Martin (boto@live.co.uk) and Dr Vera da Silva (tucuxi@inpa.gov.br).
Closing date is 04 December 2008, but early application may be an advantage. Applications fulfilling the above criteria will be acknowledged within 3 days, but there will be no further communication unless the applicant is short-listed. Short-listed applicants will be notified by 09 December latest.
martes, 25 de noviembre de 2008
Empleo: Doctorado en Nueva Zelanda!
We are seeking a PhD student to work on the Hector´s dolphin photo-ID project at Banks Peninsula, New Zealand. The project has been running continuously since 1985, focusing on the conservation biology of Hector´s dolphin using non-invasive research techniques.
The student will be based at the University of Otago´s Marine Mammal Research Group in Dunedin, but will spend much of their first three years in the field at Akaroa on Banks Peninsula.
The successful applicant will be responsible for the day to day running of the project, involving operation of the research vessel, managing the photo-ID catalogue and coordinating volunteer field assistants. The student is expected to be conservation focused and maintain a high level of photo-ID effort, but opportunities exist for other forms of fieldwork including acoustic surveys, aerial surveys and land-based observations.
Previous work has focused on the topics of population size, demographic rates, impacts of fishing, social structure, distribution, acoustics, behaviour, oceanographic processes, movements of individuals and morphometrics, many of which are implicitly linked with conservation management of the population.
The student will be encouraged to seek new directions for the project, but possibilities include evaluating new management options, fine-scale habitat use studies, effects of aquaculture and studies of echolocation behaviour using T-PODs.
Essential attributes
- MSc in related field (Marine Biology, Zoology)
- Strong academic record
- Extensive experience skippering small, outboard powered research vessels
- Photo-ID skills
- Strong analytical skills
- Ability to work unsupervised and show initiative
- Team player
- Driver´s license
Desirable attributes
- Boating qualifications, e.g. skipper´s ticket, VHF operator´s ticket
- SCUBA diving experience
- Good practical skills, e.g. outboard motor maintenance
The successful applicant will be provided with a research vessel, tow vehicle, digital SLR camera and associated equipment for the duration of the project.
Accommodation costs and running costs while in the field at Banks Peninsula will also be covered. The student will be responsible for covering their food costs, all costs while in Dunedin and their tuition fees.
Information on University of Otago scholarships can be found at http://www.otago.ac.nz/study/scholarships/
The student will be expected to help with applying for funding for the project. The successful applicant will be expected to start as soon as is convenient, but by September 2009 at the latest.
Information about PhD study at Otago University can be found at http://www.otago.ac.nz/study/phd/index.html
Please send a letter stating why you are interested in this PhD position and outlining your relevant experience, along with a CV, to will.rayment@otago.ac.nz
Will Rayment
Post-doctoral Research Fellow
Marine Science Department
PO Box 56University of Otago
Dunedin
New Zealand
ph. + 64 3 479 5476
mob. + 64 21 488961
The student will be based at the University of Otago´s Marine Mammal Research Group in Dunedin, but will spend much of their first three years in the field at Akaroa on Banks Peninsula.
The successful applicant will be responsible for the day to day running of the project, involving operation of the research vessel, managing the photo-ID catalogue and coordinating volunteer field assistants. The student is expected to be conservation focused and maintain a high level of photo-ID effort, but opportunities exist for other forms of fieldwork including acoustic surveys, aerial surveys and land-based observations.
Previous work has focused on the topics of population size, demographic rates, impacts of fishing, social structure, distribution, acoustics, behaviour, oceanographic processes, movements of individuals and morphometrics, many of which are implicitly linked with conservation management of the population.
The student will be encouraged to seek new directions for the project, but possibilities include evaluating new management options, fine-scale habitat use studies, effects of aquaculture and studies of echolocation behaviour using T-PODs.
Essential attributes
- MSc in related field (Marine Biology, Zoology)
- Strong academic record
- Extensive experience skippering small, outboard powered research vessels
- Photo-ID skills
- Strong analytical skills
- Ability to work unsupervised and show initiative
- Team player
- Driver´s license
Desirable attributes
- Boating qualifications, e.g. skipper´s ticket, VHF operator´s ticket
- SCUBA diving experience
- Good practical skills, e.g. outboard motor maintenance
The successful applicant will be provided with a research vessel, tow vehicle, digital SLR camera and associated equipment for the duration of the project.
Accommodation costs and running costs while in the field at Banks Peninsula will also be covered. The student will be responsible for covering their food costs, all costs while in Dunedin and their tuition fees.
Information on University of Otago scholarships can be found at http://www.otago.ac.nz/study/scholarships/
The student will be expected to help with applying for funding for the project. The successful applicant will be expected to start as soon as is convenient, but by September 2009 at the latest.
Information about PhD study at Otago University can be found at http://www.otago.ac.nz/study/phd/index.html
Please send a letter stating why you are interested in this PhD position and outlining your relevant experience, along with a CV, to will.rayment@otago.ac.nz
Will Rayment
Post-doctoral Research Fellow
Marine Science Department
PO Box 56University of Otago
Dunedin
New Zealand
ph. + 64 3 479 5476
mob. + 64 21 488961
domingo, 23 de noviembre de 2008
Voluntariado. Nueva Zelanda!
Hi,
I am a PhD student with the University of Otago and I am looking for volunteers for a project on Hector's dolphins in New Zealand from the 6th until the end of January 2009.
The field work will be in beautiful Akaroa in the South Island of New Zealand. We will be theodolite tracking Hector's dolphins from a cliff overlooking the harbour in order to gather informations on the detections range of some acoustic devices (T-PODs) that will be deployed in the water during the observations.
Full training will be provided however a biology background and previous experience working with marine mammals is a bonus. The succesful applicant must be responsible and ready to work long hours outdoor.
Due to limited fundings we are not able to provide an accomodation however Akaroa offers a number of options including backpackers and camping grounds.
In order to apply please send your CV together with a cover letter to
scasi259@student.otago.ac.nz
Silvia Scali
PhD Candidate
Marine Mammal Research Group
Dept.of Marine Science
University of Otago
Ph. +64 9 950 3266
Cell. +64 021 222 6284
I am a PhD student with the University of Otago and I am looking for volunteers for a project on Hector's dolphins in New Zealand from the 6th until the end of January 2009.
The field work will be in beautiful Akaroa in the South Island of New Zealand. We will be theodolite tracking Hector's dolphins from a cliff overlooking the harbour in order to gather informations on the detections range of some acoustic devices (T-PODs) that will be deployed in the water during the observations.
Full training will be provided however a biology background and previous experience working with marine mammals is a bonus. The succesful applicant must be responsible and ready to work long hours outdoor.
Due to limited fundings we are not able to provide an accomodation however Akaroa offers a number of options including backpackers and camping grounds.
In order to apply please send your CV together with a cover letter to
scasi259@student.otago.ac.nz
Silvia Scali
PhD Candidate
Marine Mammal Research Group
Dept.of Marine Science
University of Otago
Ph. +64 9 950 3266
Cell. +64 021 222 6284
Empleo: Virginia, EEUU!
MARINE RESOURCE SPECIALIST POSITIONS
The Naval Facilities Engineering Command in Norfolk, Virginia is currently seeking qualified candidates with outstanding research, written and oral communication skills for a career position in the Marine Resources Section.
Duties will include preparation, management, and review of marine resources assessments; marine species density estimates; marine species survey plans and reports; Endangered Species Act (ESA) Section 7 documentation; Marine Mammal Protection Act (MMPA) small take authorization requests; mitigation and monitoring plans; National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) documentation; and environmental studies assessing the environmental impacts of proposed Navy/Marine Corps at-sea training operations.
The person(s) selected will be expected to participate in consultations with the National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) and the US Fish and Wildlife Service(USFWS), coordinate projects with a multi-disciplinary team, and manage contracts for research and compliance documents.
Experience or knowledge of the following is highly desirable: marine mammal, sea turtle, seabird or fisheries biology; research design for marine species monitoring programs; principals of underwater acoustics; statistical principles and methods; ESRI Geographic Information System (GIS) products; environmental legislation and DoD/Navy policy.
This is not afield biologist position, but there are numerous opportunities for travel.
Starting salary range is $45,040 to $58,557 depending on education and experience.
Applicants are encouraged to send a resume (no more than 2 pages long)to Erin Swiader (Jennifer.swiader@navy.mil) by Dec. 1.
J. Erin Swiader
Marine Resources Section Head
Naval Facilities Engineering Command Atlantic
757.322.4960 DSN 262.4960
The Naval Facilities Engineering Command in Norfolk, Virginia is currently seeking qualified candidates with outstanding research, written and oral communication skills for a career position in the Marine Resources Section.
Duties will include preparation, management, and review of marine resources assessments; marine species density estimates; marine species survey plans and reports; Endangered Species Act (ESA) Section 7 documentation; Marine Mammal Protection Act (MMPA) small take authorization requests; mitigation and monitoring plans; National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) documentation; and environmental studies assessing the environmental impacts of proposed Navy/Marine Corps at-sea training operations.
The person(s) selected will be expected to participate in consultations with the National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) and the US Fish and Wildlife Service(USFWS), coordinate projects with a multi-disciplinary team, and manage contracts for research and compliance documents.
Experience or knowledge of the following is highly desirable: marine mammal, sea turtle, seabird or fisheries biology; research design for marine species monitoring programs; principals of underwater acoustics; statistical principles and methods; ESRI Geographic Information System (GIS) products; environmental legislation and DoD/Navy policy.
This is not afield biologist position, but there are numerous opportunities for travel.
Starting salary range is $45,040 to $58,557 depending on education and experience.
Applicants are encouraged to send a resume (no more than 2 pages long)to Erin Swiader (Jennifer.swiader@navy.mil) by Dec. 1.
J. Erin Swiader
Marine Resources Section Head
Naval Facilities Engineering Command Atlantic
757.322.4960 DSN 262.4960
Actividades: conferencia virtual!
CONFERENCIA VIRTUAL: "ACUICULTURA Y DELFINES MULARES EN EL MAR MEDITERRÁNEO: CAUSAS Y CONSECUENCIAS"
AQUA CAMPUS y el Bottlenose Dolphin Research Institute (BDRI) http://www.thebdri.com/, vienen organizando la conferencia virtual: "Acuicultura y delfines mulares en el Mar Mediterráneo: convivencia o conflicto" que se transmitirá el viernes 28 de noviembre a las 15:00 horas de Europa.
La conferencia tiene como objetivo presentar los resultados de investigaciones realizadas para conocer la interacción entre cetáceos y la maricultura. Los resultados obtenidos por el Bottlenose Dolphin Research Institute BDRI desde 1991 en la isla de Cerdeña son de gran utilidad para la gestión de los viveros con jaulas flotantes ante la presencia de depredadores como los delfines mulares.
La conferencia será brindada por el MSc. Bruno Díaz López, Director y Fundador del Instituto internacional para el estudio de los delfines mulares "Bottlenose Dolphin Research Institute - BDRI".
La participación en la conferencia es libre, solo debe acceder a través de AQUA CAMPUS (http://campus.aqcen.com).
Mayores informes:
Blgo. Acui. Carmen R. Chimbor Mejía
Directora de Aqua Campus
cchimbor@aqcen.comcarmenchimbor@hotmail.com
Características técnicas que deben cumplir las computadoras de losparticipantes:
Internet Explorer 6.0 o FireFox 1.5 (browsers con Flash) en Windows 2000 o superior.
Algunos horarios de referencia:
Perú: 9:00 am
Argentina: 11:00 am (Buenos Aires)
Chile: 10:00 am (Santiago)
Brasil: 11:00 am (Sao Paulo)
Colombia: 9:00 am (Bogotá)
Venezuela: 10:00 am (Caracas)
Ecuador: 9:00 am (Quito)
México: 08:00 am (México DF)
Blgo. Acui. Milthon B. Lujan Monja
AQUA CENTER SRL
Urb. Santa Cristina C4-16, Nuevo Chimbote
Chimbote - Peru
http://www.aqcen.com
http://www.aquahoy.com
http://www.becasnews.com
Skype: milthon.lujan
mlujan@aqcen.com
milthon.lujan@gmail.com,
milthon_lujan@hotmail.com
Telefono: 51 043 318066
Movil: 51 043 943912190
AQUA CAMPUS y el Bottlenose Dolphin Research Institute (BDRI) http://www.thebdri.com/, vienen organizando la conferencia virtual: "Acuicultura y delfines mulares en el Mar Mediterráneo: convivencia o conflicto" que se transmitirá el viernes 28 de noviembre a las 15:00 horas de Europa.
La conferencia tiene como objetivo presentar los resultados de investigaciones realizadas para conocer la interacción entre cetáceos y la maricultura. Los resultados obtenidos por el Bottlenose Dolphin Research Institute BDRI desde 1991 en la isla de Cerdeña son de gran utilidad para la gestión de los viveros con jaulas flotantes ante la presencia de depredadores como los delfines mulares.
La conferencia será brindada por el MSc. Bruno Díaz López, Director y Fundador del Instituto internacional para el estudio de los delfines mulares "Bottlenose Dolphin Research Institute - BDRI".
La participación en la conferencia es libre, solo debe acceder a través de AQUA CAMPUS (http://campus.aqcen.com).
Mayores informes:
Blgo. Acui. Carmen R. Chimbor Mejía
Directora de Aqua Campus
cchimbor@aqcen.comcarmenchimbor@hotmail.com
Características técnicas que deben cumplir las computadoras de losparticipantes:
Internet Explorer 6.0 o FireFox 1.5 (browsers con Flash) en Windows 2000 o superior.
Algunos horarios de referencia:
Perú: 9:00 am
Argentina: 11:00 am (Buenos Aires)
Chile: 10:00 am (Santiago)
Brasil: 11:00 am (Sao Paulo)
Colombia: 9:00 am (Bogotá)
Venezuela: 10:00 am (Caracas)
Ecuador: 9:00 am (Quito)
México: 08:00 am (México DF)
Blgo. Acui. Milthon B. Lujan Monja
AQUA CENTER SRL
Urb. Santa Cristina C4-16, Nuevo Chimbote
Chimbote - Peru
http://www.aqcen.com
http://www.aquahoy.com
http://www.becasnews.com
Skype: milthon.lujan
mlujan@aqcen.com
milthon.lujan@gmail.com,
milthon_lujan@hotmail.com
Telefono: 51 043 318066
Movil: 51 043 943912190
jueves, 20 de noviembre de 2008
Empleo: Francia!
Marine Ecologist: marine mammal.
Applications are invited for job position (9 months) at the Centre de Recherche sur les Cétacés Marineland in Antibes,France.
Candidate: Applicants should have a minimum qualification of a Master degree or equivalent, preferably on marine ecology with experience in marine mammals. The candidate should be highly motivated and able to work both independently and as part of a team. Applicants should have good computer skills including Microsoft Excel, Word, Power point and GIS (preferably ArcView) and be familiar with some of these domains: statistical analysis, abundance estimation, GIS, modelling distribution, oceanography, remote sensing. Experience in cetaceans surveys at sea is an advantage.
French language is not compulsory, otherwise English will be needed.
Duration and Salary: Duration is 9 months.
Salary (gross) is 1 650 euro per month.
Closing date for applications is 30th December 2008. Applications should include curriculum vitae, a letter of application and a list of name of referees. Submit should be sent via e-mail to Sophie Laran: crc@marineland.fr or to the staff manager, S?verine Roussel : s.roussel@marineland.fr par snail mail to
Marineland, 306
avenue Mozart 06600 Antibes,
France.
Roles
- Marine mammals observers : line transect sampling (shipboard and aerial), biopsies collection,...
- Data coding, report editing, map editing using ArcView (8)
- Assisting Project Manager on different project: GIS project with remote sensing imagery, habitat model
- Developing new research projects on marine mammals of Marineland
Sophie Laran (PhD)
Centre de Recherche sur les Cétacés
Marineland - Parques Reunidos
306 av Mozart, 06600 Antibes, France
tel: +33 (0)4 93 33 55 77 / fax: +33 (0)4 93 33 76 91
Applications are invited for job position (9 months) at the Centre de Recherche sur les Cétacés Marineland in Antibes,France.
Candidate: Applicants should have a minimum qualification of a Master degree or equivalent, preferably on marine ecology with experience in marine mammals. The candidate should be highly motivated and able to work both independently and as part of a team. Applicants should have good computer skills including Microsoft Excel, Word, Power point and GIS (preferably ArcView) and be familiar with some of these domains: statistical analysis, abundance estimation, GIS, modelling distribution, oceanography, remote sensing. Experience in cetaceans surveys at sea is an advantage.
French language is not compulsory, otherwise English will be needed.
Duration and Salary: Duration is 9 months.
Salary (gross) is 1 650 euro per month.
Closing date for applications is 30th December 2008. Applications should include curriculum vitae, a letter of application and a list of name of referees. Submit should be sent via e-mail to Sophie Laran: crc@marineland.fr or to the staff manager, S?verine Roussel : s.roussel@marineland.fr par snail mail to
Marineland, 306
avenue Mozart 06600 Antibes,
France.
Roles
- Marine mammals observers : line transect sampling (shipboard and aerial), biopsies collection,...
- Data coding, report editing, map editing using ArcView (8)
- Assisting Project Manager on different project: GIS project with remote sensing imagery, habitat model
- Developing new research projects on marine mammals of Marineland
Sophie Laran (PhD)
Centre de Recherche sur les Cétacés
Marineland - Parques Reunidos
306 av Mozart, 06600 Antibes, France
tel: +33 (0)4 93 33 55 77 / fax: +33 (0)4 93 33 76 91
Actividades: curso atención cetáceos y tortugas!
Curso "Atención Primaria en Varamientos de Cetáceos y Tortugas Marinas".
La Federación Sevillana de Ecologistas en Acción, a través del Programa de Recuperación de Fauna Marina de Almería (PROMAR) organizan el Curso "Atención Primaria en Varamientos de Cetáceos y Tortugas Marinas".
El curso se desarrollará el sábado día 13 de Diciembre en el Centro de Interpretación del Río (Parque San Jerónimo, s/n.) y sede de Ecologistas en Acción Sevilla.
El horario será de 10’00 a 14’00 horas y de 16’00 a 20’00 horas.
El curso es gratuito para los socios/as de Ecologistas en Acción y los demás pagarán gastos mínimos (3 Euros). Se dará certificado de asistencia, las inscripciones se harán a través del correo electrónico: sevilla@ecologistasenaccion.org, y del teléfono 954904241 (10:00 h. a 15:00 h. de Lunes a Viernes).
Atención: Asistencia limitada a 30 personas y la selección será por orden riguroso de inscripción.
El contenido del curso es el siguiente:
-Especies marinas mediterráneas en peligro.
-Biología y problemática de las tortugas marinas en el Mediterráneo.
-Tratamientos de tortugas varadas o accidentadas.
-Biología y problemática de los cetáceos en el Mediterráneo.
-Tratamientos de cetáceos varados o accidentados.
PROMAR-ALMERÍA es la responsable ante la Dirección General de Gestión del Medio Natural de la Consejería de Medio Ambiente de la Junta de Andalucía, del registro, asistencia y reintroducción de fauna marina protegida en la costa de Almería. PROMAR pertenece, a través de sus miembros, a la Sociedad Española de Cetáceos y sus instalaciones se encuentran en el Catálogo Nacional de Centros de Recuperación de Fauna Marina. El Programa de Recuperación de Fauna Marina de Almería se desarrolla siempre en coordinación con la Sociedad Española de Cetáceos y con sus Grupos de Trabajo.
Rogamos máxima difusión.
La Federación Sevillana de Ecologistas en Acción, a través del Programa de Recuperación de Fauna Marina de Almería (PROMAR) organizan el Curso "Atención Primaria en Varamientos de Cetáceos y Tortugas Marinas".
El curso se desarrollará el sábado día 13 de Diciembre en el Centro de Interpretación del Río (Parque San Jerónimo, s/n.) y sede de Ecologistas en Acción Sevilla.
El horario será de 10’00 a 14’00 horas y de 16’00 a 20’00 horas.
El curso es gratuito para los socios/as de Ecologistas en Acción y los demás pagarán gastos mínimos (3 Euros). Se dará certificado de asistencia, las inscripciones se harán a través del correo electrónico: sevilla@ecologistasenaccion.org, y del teléfono 954904241 (10:00 h. a 15:00 h. de Lunes a Viernes).
Atención: Asistencia limitada a 30 personas y la selección será por orden riguroso de inscripción.
El contenido del curso es el siguiente:
-Especies marinas mediterráneas en peligro.
-Biología y problemática de las tortugas marinas en el Mediterráneo.
-Tratamientos de tortugas varadas o accidentadas.
-Biología y problemática de los cetáceos en el Mediterráneo.
-Tratamientos de cetáceos varados o accidentados.
PROMAR-ALMERÍA es la responsable ante la Dirección General de Gestión del Medio Natural de la Consejería de Medio Ambiente de la Junta de Andalucía, del registro, asistencia y reintroducción de fauna marina protegida en la costa de Almería. PROMAR pertenece, a través de sus miembros, a la Sociedad Española de Cetáceos y sus instalaciones se encuentran en el Catálogo Nacional de Centros de Recuperación de Fauna Marina. El Programa de Recuperación de Fauna Marina de Almería se desarrolla siempre en coordinación con la Sociedad Española de Cetáceos y con sus Grupos de Trabajo.
Rogamos máxima difusión.
Actividades: Curso en La Gomera!
The non-profit association M.E.E.R. would like to announce it's next field course in behavioural biology in the Canary Islands:
"Field research of the project M.E.E.R. La Gomera"
from 19 April - 03 May 2009
The project M.E.E.R. La Gomera is conducting a study on the interactions between cetaceans and whale watching boats since many years. The participants of these 2-weeks practical courses will get an insight into the behavioural research conducted from whale watching boats operating off the island of La Gomera. In this area, 21 cetaceans species could be identified during the last years, representing one of the highest known species diversities in the world. A list of publications that resulted from this project is given below.
The course includes a full training program: the theory and practice of behavioural research will be learned and profound background information on whale watching will be given. Research experience that will be gained includes sighting data recording, behavioural sampling, photo identification and others.
The course is fully accepted for the study of Biology at the Humboldt-Universitaet Berlin (Germany) and the University of Vienna (Austria). Moreover, the research is embedded in conservation efforts aiming at the preservation and promotion of whale watching as a sustainable use of cetaceans and the establishment of a marine sanctuary in the waters off La Gomera.
M.E.E.R. La Gomera was honoured in 2001 with the international environmental award "Tourismus und Umwelt", which is granted since 1987 by the German Association of Travel Agencies and Travel Operators (DRV). As was said during the bestowal, the project"realises new ways of co-operation of research and tourism in an exemplary and innovative way".
For further information (including downloads of a detailed brochure anda booking form) please visit http://m-e-e-r.de/index.php?id=208&L=2
One course is offered during the 2009 spring time field season:19 April - 03 May 2009.
The price is 875.- € including 7 whale watching research excursions, accommodation, full training program, scientific supervision, donation to M.E.E.R. e.V., written working material, certificate of attendance and one year MEER e.V. membership
(The journey to and from La Gomera is not included in the price.)
Early bookings are accepted until 31 December 2008 at a price of 814.- €
For further information, booking, etc., please send an e-mail to info@m-e-e-r.de
The non-profit association M.E.E.R. is registred and based in Berlin. The objectives of the association are conservation, research and education in order to protect cetaceans in their natural habitats. Our work aims at increasing the public awareness for the oceans and to present ways how humans can deal with nature in a responsible way. Our co-operation partners are the "Deutsche Umwelthilfe"(Radolfzell/Germany) "Gesellschaft zur Rettung der Delphine"(Munich/Germany), and the "Oceano Gomera" (whale watching operator/LaGomera).
Publications in conjunction with the work of the project M.E.E.R. La Gomera:
Ritter, F. & Ladner, U.A. 1996. Whale Watch Research on La Gomera: A new Interdisciplinary Approach. European Research on Cetaceans 9. Proc. 9thAnn. Conf. ECS, Lisbon 1996, 48ff.
Ritter, F. 1996. Abundance, Distribution and Behaviour of Cetaceans offLa Gomera (Canary Islands) and Their Interaction with Whale Watching-Boats and Swimmers. Diploma Thesis to the University of Bremen,Faculty of Biology. 114pp.
Ritter, F. & Brederlau, B. 1998. First Report of Blue Whales (Balaenoptera musculus) Frequenting the Canary Island Waters. European Research on Cetaceans 12. Proc. 12th Ann. Conf. ECS, Monaco, 20-24thJanuary 1998, 95-98.
Ritter, F. & Brederlau, B. 1999. Abundance, Distribution and Behaviour of Dense Beaked Whales (Mesoplodon densirostris) off La Gomera (Canary Islands) and their Interactions with Humans. AQUATIC MAMMALS, 25.2,55-61.
Ritter, F. 2001. Twenty-one Cetacean Species off La Gomera (Canary Islands): Possible Reasons for an extraordinary Species Diversity. Poster presented at the 11th Annual Conference of the ECS, 5-7 May 2001,Rome, Italy.
Ritter, F. 2002. Behavioural Observations of Rough-toothed dolphins (Steno bredanensis) off La Gomera (Canary Islands) with a special Reference to their Interactions with Humans. AQUATIC MAMMALS 28.1,46-59.
Smit, V., Ritter, F. & Neumann, K. 2003. Feasibility study: Land-based observations of cetaceans off La Gomera. Abstr. 14 Ann. Conf. ECS, Gran Canaria, Spain.
Ritter, F. 2003. Boat-Related behaviours as a tool for the development of species-specific whale watching guidelines. Abstr. 14 Ann. Conf. ECS,Gran Canaria, Spain. R
itter, F. 2003. Interactions of Cetaceans with Whale Watching Boats -Implications for the Management of Whale Watching Tourism. M.E.E.R.e.V., Berlin, Germany, 91 pp.
Mayr, I. & Ritter, F.: PHOTO-IDENTIFICATION OF ROUGH-TOOTHED DOLPHINS OFF LA GOMERA (CANARY ISLANDS) WITH NEW INSIGHTS INTO SOCIAL ORGANISATION. Poster presented at the Annual Conference of the ECS, LaRochelle, France, April 2005.
Ritter, F. & Neumann, K. (2006): The Year of the Whale - Extraorbinary occurrence of Bryde's whales (Balaenoptera edeni) off La Gomera (Canary Islands). Poster presented at the 20th Annual Conference of the ECS in Gdynia, April 2006.
Ritter, F. (2007): BEHAVIORAL RESPONSES OF ROUGH-TOOTHED DOLPHINS TO A DEAD NEWBORN CALF. Marine Mammal Science, 23(2): 429-433
Carrillo, M. & Ritter, F. (2008). Increasing Numbers of Ship Strikes in the Canary Islands: Proposals for Immediate Action to Reduce Risk of Vessel-Whale Collisions. IWC Document SC/60/BC6.
Fabian Ritter
Vorsitzender
M.E.E.R. e.V
Bundesallee 123D-12161
Berlin
T/F: (0)30-85 07 87 55
e-Mail: ritter@m-e-e-r.de
www.m-e-e-r.org
"Field research of the project M.E.E.R. La Gomera"
from 19 April - 03 May 2009
The project M.E.E.R. La Gomera is conducting a study on the interactions between cetaceans and whale watching boats since many years. The participants of these 2-weeks practical courses will get an insight into the behavioural research conducted from whale watching boats operating off the island of La Gomera. In this area, 21 cetaceans species could be identified during the last years, representing one of the highest known species diversities in the world. A list of publications that resulted from this project is given below.
The course includes a full training program: the theory and practice of behavioural research will be learned and profound background information on whale watching will be given. Research experience that will be gained includes sighting data recording, behavioural sampling, photo identification and others.
The course is fully accepted for the study of Biology at the Humboldt-Universitaet Berlin (Germany) and the University of Vienna (Austria). Moreover, the research is embedded in conservation efforts aiming at the preservation and promotion of whale watching as a sustainable use of cetaceans and the establishment of a marine sanctuary in the waters off La Gomera.
M.E.E.R. La Gomera was honoured in 2001 with the international environmental award "Tourismus und Umwelt", which is granted since 1987 by the German Association of Travel Agencies and Travel Operators (DRV). As was said during the bestowal, the project"realises new ways of co-operation of research and tourism in an exemplary and innovative way".
For further information (including downloads of a detailed brochure anda booking form) please visit http://m-e-e-r.de/index.php?id=208&L=2
One course is offered during the 2009 spring time field season:19 April - 03 May 2009.
The price is 875.- € including 7 whale watching research excursions, accommodation, full training program, scientific supervision, donation to M.E.E.R. e.V., written working material, certificate of attendance and one year MEER e.V. membership
(The journey to and from La Gomera is not included in the price.)
Early bookings are accepted until 31 December 2008 at a price of 814.- €
For further information, booking, etc., please send an e-mail to info@m-e-e-r.de
The non-profit association M.E.E.R. is registred and based in Berlin. The objectives of the association are conservation, research and education in order to protect cetaceans in their natural habitats. Our work aims at increasing the public awareness for the oceans and to present ways how humans can deal with nature in a responsible way. Our co-operation partners are the "Deutsche Umwelthilfe"(Radolfzell/Germany) "Gesellschaft zur Rettung der Delphine"(Munich/Germany), and the "Oceano Gomera" (whale watching operator/LaGomera).
Publications in conjunction with the work of the project M.E.E.R. La Gomera:
Ritter, F. & Ladner, U.A. 1996. Whale Watch Research on La Gomera: A new Interdisciplinary Approach. European Research on Cetaceans 9. Proc. 9thAnn. Conf. ECS, Lisbon 1996, 48ff.
Ritter, F. 1996. Abundance, Distribution and Behaviour of Cetaceans offLa Gomera (Canary Islands) and Their Interaction with Whale Watching-Boats and Swimmers. Diploma Thesis to the University of Bremen,Faculty of Biology. 114pp.
Ritter, F. & Brederlau, B. 1998. First Report of Blue Whales (Balaenoptera musculus) Frequenting the Canary Island Waters. European Research on Cetaceans 12. Proc. 12th Ann. Conf. ECS, Monaco, 20-24thJanuary 1998, 95-98.
Ritter, F. & Brederlau, B. 1999. Abundance, Distribution and Behaviour of Dense Beaked Whales (Mesoplodon densirostris) off La Gomera (Canary Islands) and their Interactions with Humans. AQUATIC MAMMALS, 25.2,55-61.
Ritter, F. 2001. Twenty-one Cetacean Species off La Gomera (Canary Islands): Possible Reasons for an extraordinary Species Diversity. Poster presented at the 11th Annual Conference of the ECS, 5-7 May 2001,Rome, Italy.
Ritter, F. 2002. Behavioural Observations of Rough-toothed dolphins (Steno bredanensis) off La Gomera (Canary Islands) with a special Reference to their Interactions with Humans. AQUATIC MAMMALS 28.1,46-59.
Smit, V., Ritter, F. & Neumann, K. 2003. Feasibility study: Land-based observations of cetaceans off La Gomera. Abstr. 14 Ann. Conf. ECS, Gran Canaria, Spain.
Ritter, F. 2003. Boat-Related behaviours as a tool for the development of species-specific whale watching guidelines. Abstr. 14 Ann. Conf. ECS,Gran Canaria, Spain. R
itter, F. 2003. Interactions of Cetaceans with Whale Watching Boats -Implications for the Management of Whale Watching Tourism. M.E.E.R.e.V., Berlin, Germany, 91 pp.
Mayr, I. & Ritter, F.: PHOTO-IDENTIFICATION OF ROUGH-TOOTHED DOLPHINS OFF LA GOMERA (CANARY ISLANDS) WITH NEW INSIGHTS INTO SOCIAL ORGANISATION. Poster presented at the Annual Conference of the ECS, LaRochelle, France, April 2005.
Ritter, F. & Neumann, K. (2006): The Year of the Whale - Extraorbinary occurrence of Bryde's whales (Balaenoptera edeni) off La Gomera (Canary Islands). Poster presented at the 20th Annual Conference of the ECS in Gdynia, April 2006.
Ritter, F. (2007): BEHAVIORAL RESPONSES OF ROUGH-TOOTHED DOLPHINS TO A DEAD NEWBORN CALF. Marine Mammal Science, 23(2): 429-433
Carrillo, M. & Ritter, F. (2008). Increasing Numbers of Ship Strikes in the Canary Islands: Proposals for Immediate Action to Reduce Risk of Vessel-Whale Collisions. IWC Document SC/60/BC6.
Fabian Ritter
Vorsitzender
M.E.E.R. e.V
Bundesallee 123D-12161
Berlin
T/F: (0)30-85 07 87 55
e-Mail: ritter@m-e-e-r.de
www.m-e-e-r.org
miércoles, 19 de noviembre de 2008
Actividades: conferencias en Galicia!
"Nuevas estrategias en la conservación de las especies marinas en el norte peninsular"
Lugar: Museo del Mar, Vigo.
Fecha: 21 y 22 de noviembre de 2008.
Precio: gratuito.
Plazas: 80 (aún quedan plazas).
Organiza: CEMMA.
Inscripción: localcemma@arrakis.es
Temario:
- La conservación de un espacio marino bajo la máxima figura de protección: el ejemplo del Parque Nacional de las Islas Atlánticas.
- Estrategias proactivas de conservación de especies marinas del programa "La Caixa a favor del mar".
- Evolución social y destrucción ambiental: pasos en vista al desarrollo sostenible y la conservación.
- Redes interregionales de seguimiento de fauna marina: la red de observación de aves y mamíferos marinos (RAM).
- La ruta del Íbero en Galicia. Campaña de verano 2008.
- Monitorización y seguimiento de túnidos a través de la colocación de transmisores via satélite.
- ¿Focas en el norte peninsular?
- Introducción al proyecto " Divulgando a pe de mar".
- Estado y monitorización de las poblaciones de cetáceos en Galicia.
- Campañas Thunnus: los cetáceos de la costera del bonito.
Espero que sea de vuestro interés y que a alguien le de tiempo a apuntarse!
Lugar: Museo del Mar, Vigo.
Fecha: 21 y 22 de noviembre de 2008.
Precio: gratuito.
Plazas: 80 (aún quedan plazas).
Organiza: CEMMA.
Inscripción: localcemma@arrakis.es
Temario:
- La conservación de un espacio marino bajo la máxima figura de protección: el ejemplo del Parque Nacional de las Islas Atlánticas.
- Estrategias proactivas de conservación de especies marinas del programa "La Caixa a favor del mar".
- Evolución social y destrucción ambiental: pasos en vista al desarrollo sostenible y la conservación.
- Redes interregionales de seguimiento de fauna marina: la red de observación de aves y mamíferos marinos (RAM).
- La ruta del Íbero en Galicia. Campaña de verano 2008.
- Monitorización y seguimiento de túnidos a través de la colocación de transmisores via satélite.
- ¿Focas en el norte peninsular?
- Introducción al proyecto " Divulgando a pe de mar".
- Estado y monitorización de las poblaciones de cetáceos en Galicia.
- Campañas Thunnus: los cetáceos de la costera del bonito.
Espero que sea de vuestro interés y que a alguien le de tiempo a apuntarse!
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