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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We are giving a talk on Sunday 2nd April at 1pm, all about our local marine megafauna, it will be free to attend and there is no need to book in advance. Come along to learn all about our local species and how to spot them. Venue is Cathedral Isle of Man in Peel. Part of The Manx Nature Show funded by Unesco Biosphere Isle of Man refreshments will be available
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Incredibly early basking shark sighting off Achill on the west of Ireland as well as one spotted off St Ives Cornwall yesterday. This arrival is two months earlier than usual. Keep a look out from the west of the Isle of Man as they may pop up early here too. Please report all basking shark sightings to us via the mwdw websiteBasking sharks have been seen west of the Mullet peninsula for the past four days and now in Achill too. This photo was taken on the 23rd March in Achill.![]()
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If you see any basking sharks, dolphins, whales & porpoises be sure to log your sightings via the free IWDG reporting app (download from google play or App Store) or via iwdg.ie “Report Sighting”
Some photos from a recent visit to Henry Bloom Noble school with Robbie the Risso's dolphin and Perkyn the Porpoise. Our Education Manager is currently taking bookings for school visits. See link in comments for details of sessions and instructions of how to get in touch.Today Year 2 had a visit from Jen at Manx Whale and Dolphin Watch .🐬![]()
She talked to the children about the different sea life we can see around the island, the importance of respecting them, and keeping them safe. ![]()
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The children asked really interesting questions and now have lots more knowledge for their ‘Under the Sea’ topic this half term.
Recent sightings in Manx waters
| Date | Time | Species | Total | Duration | Location | Observer |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14/02/2016 | 13:00 | Unidentified Small Cetacean | 1 | 2 |
Langness |
Anne-Marie Clark |
| 09/02/2016 | 13:15 | Bottlenose Dolphin | 100 | 5 |
Port Mooar |
Anna Kerruish |
| 18/01/2016 | 15:45 | Harbour Porpoise | 3 | 45 |
West of The Sound |
Mike Craine |
| 16/01/2016 | 15:00 | Bottlenose Dolphin | 100 | 70 |
Marine Drive |
Stuart Perks, Gavin Carter |
| 16/01/2016 | 10:30 | Bottlenose Dolphin | 20 | 90 |
Niarbyl to The Calf |
The Wattersons, Martin Lambden and Sound Cafe |
| 27/12/2015 | 11:00 | Bottlenose Dolphin | 6 | 5 |
Port Jack – Douglas lighthouse. |
Shelley & Chris Kilpatrick |
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