White-beaked dolphins spotted for first time in Manx waters

A pod of white-beaked dolphins was filmed for the first time on 14th August off Fort Island, Langness. This is the first confirmed record we have ever had in Manx waters. The dolphins, which look a little like massive porpoises, with grey/white colouration and a short...
Swordfish seen for first time in Manx waters

Swordfish seen for first time in Manx waters

A swordfish has been spotted for the first time ever in Manx waters. Seen by Manx Whale and Dolphin Watch during a boat-based survey aboard research vessel Galps on 27th August, just 4.7miles off Niarbyl.   The team spotted something large leaping clear of the water...
Irish Acoustic device returned with help from Steam-Packet

Irish Acoustic device returned with help from Steam-Packet

An underwater monitoring device, known as an F-POD, used to detect porpoise and dolphin clicks, has been returned to Dublin after being found washed up on Gansey Bay Sam and Voirrey Samson, who were out dog walking whilst picking up bits of rubbish, first thought the...
MWDW takes on the work of Manx Basking Shark Watch

MWDW takes on the work of Manx Basking Shark Watch

Jackie and Graham Hall from Manx Basking Shark Watch, who have been researching these gentle giants for the past 18 years, are handing over the reins to make way for a well-deserved retirement. Manx Whale and Dolphin Watch (MWDW)  are incredibly excited to be taking...