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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Cetaceans can be seen at any time of year in Manx waters, but the return of the Risso's dolphin is definitely our sign of spring!
Our Dolphineer deadline is tomorrow. Make sure you apply in time if you would like to join us for the season www.environmentjob.co.uk/volunteering/76119-marine-research-and-outreach-assistant
Marine Research and Outreach Assistant
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Manx Whale and Dolphin Watch is a charity based on the Isle of Man dedicated to the conservation of cetaceans in Manx waters through research and education. We are recruiting full-time ...Recent sightings in Manx waters
| Date | Time | Species | Total | Duration | Location | Observer |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/02/2020 | 11:00 | Harbour Porpoise | 2 | 30 |
Calf Sound |
Vanninveg |
| 02/02/2020 | 13:50 | Bottlenose Dolphin | 1 | 10 |
Inside Peel Bay |
Caitlin Dancox, Andy Corrie |
| 02/02/2020 | 09:15 | Bottlenose Dolphin | 1 | 10 |
Far end of Prom a few meters from the shore |
Ian Judd |
| 31/01/2020 | 15:30 | Bottlenose Dolphin | 1 | 90 |
Inside Peel bay |
Ruth Black, Jo Jo and Shona Storey |
| 26/01/2020 | 14:10 | Bottlenose Dolphin | 6 | 10 |
Laxey Bay |
R & M Davies |
| 25/01/2020 | 15:00 | Bottlenose Dolphin | 15 | 10 |
Peel Hill |
Alan Moffatt |
Diary of a Dolphineer
Online blog written by our summer interns each year
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