Manx Whale and Dolphin Watch (MWDW) has been at the forefront of marine mammal science on the Isle of Man since 2006.
We work voluntarily year round to ensure the safeguarding of whales, dolphins, and porpoises (cetaceans) in Manx territorial waters through non-invasive research and public awareness efforts.
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On a trip on their boat today, our supporters Kirrie and Phil came across this Puffin beside a plastic bottle. Kirrie says "The puffin drew our attention to the bottle, which we retrieved, we had the most uncanny feeling that it was trying to communicate to us, swimming aggressively backwards and forwards to the bottle, pecking it, and watching us. We also fished out several helium balloons - a wedding, a christening, a fortieth birthday and a 1 year old" Today the IOM Gov announced a single-use plastics reduction plan approved by Everyone should do their bit to make a difference. Photo credit: Kirrie Jenkins www.tynwald.org.im/business/opqp/sittings/Tynwald%2020162018/2018-GD-0046.pdf
It's forecast to be another calm day, especially after 13:00 when the wind should drop to 3mph. Make sure you look out to sea wherever you are. Potential for all of our 5 key species to be seen. We will be out surveying so will keep you updated if we have signal
Thanks to Chris for this truly incredible drone footage of the Bottlenose dolphins 16/07/2018. They were seen feeding between Port Erin and the Calf from midday through to early evening. The pod contained at least 50 individuals, a third of which were juveniles and young calves.
CG Aerial Films
Who doesn't like a bottlenose dolphin or 50? Filmed this evening on the Isle of Man.
Recent sightings in Manx waters
| Date | Time | Species | Total | Duration | Location | Observer |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18/07/2018 | 14:30 | Harbour Porpoise | 3 | 20 |
The Chasms |
Kirriw Jenkins, MWDW |
| 18/07/2018 | 13:45 | Harbour Porpoise | 1 | 5 |
Marine drive |
Mike Kelly |
| 17/07/2018 | 17:00 | Common Dolphin | 10 | 10 |
1 mile off Peel |
Scott Filbey, Jess |
| 16/07/2018 | 12:00 | Bottlenose Dolphin | 60 | 300 |
Port Erin Bay |
Stuart Alexander |
| 16/07/2018 | 11:00 | Harbour Porpoise | 2 | 5 |
Half mile off Perwick Bay |
Andy Green |
| 10/07/2018 | 18:00 | Risso’s Dolphin | 5 | 12 |
Close in Off Bradda Head |
Chris Burton Shona Boat Trips |
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