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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Report a sighting
Let us know what you have spotted in Manx waters
Diary of a Dolphineer
Blog of our summer interns
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Recent sightings in Manx waters
| Date | Time | Species | Total | Duration | Location | Observer |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19/09/2019 | 16:35 | Risso’s Dolphin | 4 | 180 |
1.6 miles off Marine Drive |
Dermot Shimmin, Kirrie Jenkins, Neil Clague and many more |
| 19/09/2019 | 10:00 | Minke Whale | 4 | 600 |
Up and down Marine Drive |
Dermot Shimmin, Kirrie Jenkins and many more |
| 18/09/2019 | 17:45 | Bottlenose Dolphin | 10 | 15 |
Peel Castle |
Dawn O’Neil, MWDW and Jordan Hurst |
| 16/09/2019 | 13:30 | Bottlenose Dolphin | 3 | 120 |
Gansey Bay-Perwick Bay |
Many |
| 15/09/2019 | 10:00 | Bottlenose Dolphin | 20 | 150 |
Ramsey Bay- Point of Ayre |
Jan Skinner and many others |
| 14/09/2019 | 17:00 | Bottlenose Dolphin | 5 | 15 |
Port Erin bay |
Many |
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