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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Recent sightings in Manx waters
| Date | Time | Species | Total | Duration | Location | Observer |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 30/10/2018 | 13:00 | Harbour Porpoise | 1 | 1 |
500 metres off Douglas Lighthouse |
Peter Quirk |
| 30/10/2018 | 11:30 | Minke Whale | 2 | 180 |
Between runway and Fort island |
James Woolnough, Caitriona Ellis, Nick Shimmin |
| 27/10/2018 | 11:10 | Minke Whale | 1 | 400 |
Santon gorge |
Jan Cooil, Cara |
| 26/10/2018 | 16:30 | Harbour Porpoise | 2 | 15 |
End of the runway |
Jan Cooil |
| 26/10/2018 | 14:00 | Minke Whale | 1 | 200 |
End of the airport runway |
Jan Cooil, Ryan Cain, Fred and others |
| 25/10/2018 | 14:30 | Minke Whale | 1 | 150 |
Between airport runway extension and Port Grenaugh |
Pauline & Michael Howland, Jan Cooil |
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