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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.

Moonlight & Starlight

Our resident bottlenose dolphin mother and calf

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Introducing our seriously adorable limited edition Moonlight and Starlight biker T-shirts only £10 for adults and £9 for kids. Children's sizes are from age 7-12, adults can be printed up to xxxl. Same design on badges. They will be on sale in the MWDW visitor centre and at our Peel day stall. We are open today, tomorrow, Friday, Saturday and Sunday 10-4 and most of next week, subject to change. If closed for surveying we will post on this page. We are happy to keep orders aside for you to collect, just send us a PM. Thank you to Bruce at Hooper's for the speedy local printing ... See MoreSee Less
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Our Dolphineer Amy has produced these fab posters to ask people to report sightings in Manx waters. There are three separate posters and it would be great if our supporters could share these on social media. If anyone is kind enough to do a little print run and pop them up in local shops, cafes, bars, attractions that would be really appreciated. Thank you 🙂 ... See MoreSee Less
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4 days ago

Manx Whale and Dolphin Watch
Let us know by reporting online at www.mwdw.net ... See MoreSee Less
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Recent sightings in Manx waters

Date Time Species Total Duration Location Observer
27/05/2023 17:35 Minke Whale 1 10

1.5 miles SW Spanish head

Malcolm Stewart
27/05/2023 16:30 Minke Whale 2 20

4 miles off Spanish head

Fourwinns
27/05/2023 15:05 Risso’s Dolphin 10 15

Langness

Laura Stewart
27/05/2023 12:30 Minke Whale 1 60

12-13 miles west chicken rock

Fourwinns
27/05/2023 12:00 Moonlight and Starlight 2 15

Kirk Michael

Tiz Jones
27/05/2023 12:00 Minke Whale 1 20

6 miles west of chicken rock

Fourwinns

Online shop

Eco-friendly merchandise from the Visitor Centre now available online

Clothing store

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