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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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Our resident bottlenose dolphin mother and calf

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Recent sightings in Manx waters

Date Time Species Total Duration Location Observer
18/09/2023 07:00 Common Dolphin 50 15

2 miles west of Niarbyl

Max Crookall
17/09/2023 15:05 Minke Whale 3 30

Marine Drive tollgate

Cath Hinks
17/09/2023 11:00 Bottlenose Dolphin 100 10

Douglas to Maughold

Greg, Robert Lace, Andy
16/09/2023 14:00 Minke Whale 1 5

Onchan Head

Steve Beckley
14/09/2023 18:30 Bottlenose Dolphin 7 20

Laxey bay

Shane Stigant
14/09/2023 11:00 Bottlenose Dolphin 30 45

Port st Mary

Chris Hill, Arwid Hall

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