I like the slogan “it’s better in the Bahamas,” but it is hard to tell if this applies to a manatee. Today marks the start of week 8 (as far as we know) of this stray male manatee’s visit in Bimini. Thanks to efforts by the US Geological Survey, he is now outfitted with a handy tag that provides a radio signal for real time tracking and a satellite signal for long-term monitoring.
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Summer 2009 Internship Openings
DCP is pleased to announce that we are now accepting applications for 1 internship position at our Connecticut, USA office. This internship will run from June – August. Applications are due 15 March 2009.Click here for more details.REMINDER: The application deadline for DCP's summer fieldwork internship is 15 February 2009.
Final 3 dolphin trips of 2008!
Harold the manatee is still here, plus we got a winter glimpse of several bottlenose, White Blotch (#029), her 4-year old calf and….a brand new neonate!! When dolphins are first born, their dorsal fins are folded across their backs, their flukes are folded and they have creases along their body called fetal folds. On Monday’s dolphin trip, we were lucky enough to get a glimpse of a neonate whose dorsal fin was still curved completed across its back.
Get out of the classroom…..and into the field!
Topics covered include but are not limited to:Introduction to cetacean biologyIntroduction to delphinid species of BiminiBoat-based surveysPhoto-ID and video analysis During our boat based surveys, students will learn species identification, photo-ID, techniques in surface observations (including GPS) and when possible, observe the animals under water and collect photograph and video data. Cost: $2,779** per person (USD) Included: 12 nights accommodation (double occupancy**)3 meals a day8 half-day boat trips in search of dolphins1 boat trip in search of reef sharksGratuityTransportation from airport to hotel in BiminiCourse instructionCertificate of completionNot included: Airfare to/from Bimini, BahamasYou must be at least
Harold the Manatee heads south…but only by a little
On Tuesday, we were able to track the animal by its radio tag to a canal on South Bimini. This tag offers information that we would otherwise be without – it is very exciting! Harold was feeding on the sea grass halodule. The USGS biologist was able to adjust the tag so that it fits the animal better.
DCP takes on manatee research
Well, I guess more accurately DCP is assisting with and observing manatee research. What a treat! The Bimini Manatee (“Harold” for now) is still in the area. A biologist from US Geological Survey has kindly come to Bimini to increase our research efforts. The manatee was a no-show on Thursday, Friday & Saturday, which had us wondering if he was gone for good.
Last Chance to Name A Dolphin!
The final auction of 2008 has begun! You can join our eBay auction to name DCP ID#078, a juvenile male from the Bimini population. This auction includes an exciting extra – a trip for 2 to Bimini to search for your newly named dolphin! What's better than that? So, CLICK HERE to join to the auction.
Dolphin Gazette
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Name-A-Dolphin: Auction #2 Has Begun!
That's right! Your next chance is here! Click here to join our eBay auction for the opportunity to name Bimini dolphin #57 (pictured here). This makes a great gift for someone special – and remember, your purchase supports DCP's research & education programs. This auction ends 15 December.
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