[MARMAM] Call for Contributions – NAMMCO Scientific Publications, Volume 14

[NAMMCO, Intern Noor Elias]

Dear colleagues,

Volume 14 of the NAMMCO Scientific Publications series is open for your 
contributions!

The focus of this volume is “Anthropogenic Impacts on Marine Mammals.” If your 
research explores human-related disturbances affecting marine mammals in the 
North Atlantic—whether it involves catch, by-catch, or other related 
topics—you’re invited to submit your work. We welcome original Research 
Articles, Literature Reviews, Technical or Policy Notes, and Workshop Reports.

The submission deadline has been extended! The original deadline of 31 January 
2025 has been moved to 3 March 2025, so there is still time to submit your work.

More information regarding the submission, review, and publication of 
manuscripts can be found here: 
https://septentrio.uit.no/index.php/NAMMCOSP/announcement/view/120.

We look forward to your contributions!

Best regards,
Noor Elias
Intern
NAMMCO – North Atlantic Marine Mammal Commission

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[MARMAM] New Publication: Long-Term Demographic Trends of Near Threatened Coastal Dolphins

[Guido Parra Vergara]

Dear colleagues,

On behalf of all co-authors, we are excited to share with you our new 
publication in Ecology and Evolution: Haigh, K., Parra, G.J., Möller, L., 
Steiner, A. and Bossley, M. (2025), Long-Term Demographic Trends of Near 
Threatened Coastal Dolphins Living in an Urban Estuary. Ecol Evol, 15: e70834. 
https://doi.org/10.1002/ece3.70834
ABSTRACT
Understanding population demography of threatened species and how they vary in 
relation to natural and anthropogenic stressors is essential for effective 
conservation. We used a long-term photographic capture-recapture dataset 
(1993–2020) of Indo-Pacific bottlenose dolphins (Tursiops aduncus) in the 
highly urbanised Adelaide Dolphin Sanctuary (ADS), South Australia, to estimate 
key demographic parameters and their variability over time. These parameters 
were analysed in relation to environmental variables used as indicators of 
local and large-scale climatic events. Our findings indicate that apparent 
survival was high (0.98–0.99) and did not vary seasonally. Estimates of 
abundance were not directly related to environmental variables but were linked 
to seasonal temporary emigration. Abundance peaked in summer with an average of 
85.37 dolphins (SD = 30.23) and was lowest in winter, with 68.57 (SD = 24.70) 
individuals. Site fidelity at the population level was low, but lagged 
identification rates revealed a population of approximately 28 individuals at 
any one time. Trend analysis suggests an increase in dolphin abundance from 
1993 and persistence of the population over decades despite significant 
urbanisation, although numbers have declined in more recent years. Further 
research is needed to understand the cumulative impacts leading to this 
population decline and to assess its future viability under different 
management scenarios. Conservation strategies aimed at increasing reproductive 
rates and promoting connectivity to adjacent waters are likely to be more 
effective in reversing population declines.
The article is open access and available here: 
https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.1002/ece3.70834

All the best,
Guido

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Guido J. Parra, PhD
Associate Professor | College of Science and Engineering
Research leader | Cetacean Ecology, Behaviour and Evolution Lab (CEBEL)

Staff: http://www.flinders.edu.au/people/guido.parra
Lab: www.cebel.org.au

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[MARMAM] 1st announcement: Workshop in Marine Mammal Conservation - ethical perspectives in a climate of urgency at the oncoming ECS in the Azores (12-16 the of May 2025)

[Volker Smit]

Dear MARMAM Community,

We are excited to inform about our workshop proposal entitled *"Marine 
Mammal Conservation: Ethical Perspectives in a Climate of Urgency" 
*within the framework of the upcoming European Cetacean Society 
Conference. This event will delve into the critical ethical 
considerations surrounding the conservation of marine mammals, 
especially in the face of accelerating environmental changes.


Upon conference committee approval it will take place on the 12^th or 
13^th of May 2025 (full day).


Location: Ponta Delgada, São Miguel Island, Azores, Portugal

During this workshop - also depending on the input of speakers and 
attendees - we aim to exchange about:


 * The intrinsic value of marine mammals and their right to exist.
 * The ecological importance of marine mammal species diversity for the
   equilibrium of marine ecosystems.
 * The impact of human activities such as ship strikes, commercial
   fishing, pollution - acoustic and chemical, as well as climate change.
 * The cultural and social values associated with marine mammals,
   including indigenous perspectives.

Among the topics addressed, the workshop’s discussions will include 
specific training for seafarers, research and conservation campaigns, 
publication.


We are building the program for which we already have a number of 
interesting speakers. However, we kindly ask additional interested 
speakers to get in touch with us for more information.


Best regards,

Barbara Putnam, Luigi Bundone, Volker Smit

If you want to get in touch mail to:

s...@m-e-e-r.de or luigibund...@tiscali.it

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Volker Smit

Vice-president
M.E.E.R. e.V.
https://m-e-e-r.de/
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[MARMAM] Marine Education and Research Internship Announcement

[Laura Lilly]

Hyannis Whale Watcher Cruises is hiring Education and Research Interns for
the 2025 season. This opportunity is designed for college students and
recent graduates but is open to all who are passionate about whales and the
marine environment. The internship is for individuals who are looking to
expand their knowledge of marine ecology, wildlife, and research practices
in the field. This is a seasonal, paid, joint naturalist/galley deckhand
position. Applicants do not need to be majors in biology; rather, we are
looking for individuals who have a passion for serving as stewards of ocean
conservation. Applicants should feel comfortable with public speaking,
teaching in small groups, and working with children and adults in diverse
populations. We are especially interested in applicants who will be
available August through October. *For complete job description and
application, please visit *(https://whales.net/jobs-2/).

*Education and Research Intern responsibilities include:*

   - Circulating with passengers using artifacts and teaching tools
   designed to aid in understanding of whales and other marine life.
   - Recording sightings data on marine mammals.
   - Entering data electronically with appropriate edits.
   - Identifying whales photographed in the field by individual
   pigmentation variations and scarring.
   - Delivering excellent and attentive customer service.
   - Work with supervisors to develop and work toward professional
   development goals and meet regularly with Director for feedback and support.
   - Stocking, cleaning, and maintaining galley; serving passengers.
   - Assisting with cleaning, maintaining, and servicing the vessel as an
   active member of the crew.
   - Ensuring safety and well-being of passengers aboard whale watch vessel.
   - Additional duties as assigned.

*Job Qualifications of Education and Research Intern*

   - Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
   - Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment, demonstrate a
   willingness to learn and ask clarifying questions,
   - and respond positively to constructive feedback.
   - Must pass a pre-employment drug test and be enrolled in our random
   drug testing program during your internship.
   - Capable of working a mix of week and weekend days.
   - Able to withstand a wide variety of weather conditions including
   extreme cold and hot temperatures, rain, and challenging sea conditions.
   - Must be a team player with a can-do mindset who is willing to jump in
   and support any needs when called upon.

*Additional Qualifications/Training Provided:*

   - Ability to efficiently use a point-of-sale system.
   - Public speaking.
   - Previous customer service or a customer-facing position is a plus but
   not required.
   - Outstanding customer service skills.

Pay: $16 per hour + gratuities

*Benefits:*

   - College credit (if applicable)
   - Employee discount
   - Cafeteria (galley)
   - Flexible schedule
   - Gratuities

Work schedule is 3-4 days per week; trips run 7 days a week.

*To Apply**:* Send completed job application, resume, cover letter, two
written letters of recommendation, and unofficial transcript to   Laura
Lilly: la...@whales.net. We are currently accepting applications on a
rolling basis, with a priority deadline of Feb 21. Interviews will be
conducted by the end of February.


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Laura Lilly
(978) 302-5802
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