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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| Date | Time | Species | Total | Duration | Location | Observer |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/09/2021 | 16:40 | Harbour Porpoise | 4 | 50 |
Gibdale Bay, Calf of Man, also seen from Sound Car Park |
Sue Harvey, Sue and Carol |
| 07/09/2021 | 16:10 | Harbour Porpoise | 2 | 5 |
Back of the Sloc |
Nina Shimmin |
| 07/09/2021 | 12:30 | Risso’s Dolphin | 3 | 15 |
Marine drive toll gate |
Adam Tansley-Scales |
| 04/09/2021 | 17:35 | Harbour Porpoise | 1 | 2 |
W of Sound car park |
Carol Woodall |
| 02/09/2021 | 19:50 | Harbour Porpoise | 2 | 5 |
Carrick bay |
Nina Shimmin |
| 02/09/2021 | 19:00 | Bottlenose Dolphin | 2 | 5 |
Peel bay |
Adam Tansley-Scales |
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