Conservation and Scientific Research on Cetaceans
Project name:
Marine Mammals Research Association (DMAD)
Project purpose:
Marine Mammals Research Association is a dedicated NGO that aims to promote the conservation of marine mammal species and their habitats through integrating academic studies and public engagements and social awareness campaigns. Marine Mammals Research Association runs multiple year-round studies about cetacean abundance, distribution of the species, investigation of the behavioral effects of marine traffic and fishing practices in the located habitats that cover the unknown waters from Eastern Mediterranean Sea to the South Adriatic Sea. Furthermore, as a NGO we supervise the students from all over the world in order to generate a professional and methodological approach by focusing on marine biodiversity and ecological consciousness.
Project activities:
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animal interaction
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community awareness
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data collection/analysis
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habitat restoration/management
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teaching
Weekly cost (approx USD):
$
196
Direct benefits you gain:
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cultural integration
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data/statistical skills
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field research skills
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gain a qualification and/or credit
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remote scenic location
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undertake your own research
Noteworthy conservation points:
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contributes to environmental policy
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development goals (supporting local community)
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publishes peer-reviewed science
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publishes work
Wild Sun Rescue Center
Accommodation:
Shared house
When does the project run?
All year
Facilities:
accommodation included, cooking facilities, electricity, local shops, nearby medical facilities, refillable drinking water, cold shower and hot showers, western toilers, wifi. Use of Equipments, A spacious office, bedding, trainings, transportation between the survey areas, boat and land surveys.
How long can I stay?
The recommended duration of time is minimum for eight weeks.
Requirements:
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True interest for marine conservation
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Ability to cohabit in a dynamic and multicultural environment
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Respect for the organization’s rules
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Proven experience of working effectively as a part of the team
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Fluent English and good communication skills
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High computer literacy and willingness to learn new softwares.
Details of the day-to-day life on the project:
The Montenegro Dolphin Research aims to address questions about marine mammal abundance, distribution and behavior that defines their critical habitats and investigate the impact of such major threats. Our wider attention focuses on the promotion and implementation of the awareness initiatives targeted by local community. Montenegrin coastal waters are extremely rich in marine life, but yet barely explored. There are at least five species of marine mammals that can be found in South Adriatic. The most common species are the bottlenose dolphins (Tursiops truncatus) and striped dolphins (Stenella coeruleoalba).
WELCOME ABOARD
This is an extremely valuable opportunity for graduates and undergraduates in order to gain experience in the marine mammal research field. There is also a chance to develop a scientific project for your Bachelors and Masters thesis. Dedicated and consistent researchers from all over the world are highly encouraged to apply for the residency that is available for all the year. We recommend minimum two months of attendance with possible exceptions for the shorter periods.
ESPONSIBILITIES
-Performing land-based and boat-based surveys, -Collecting dolphins sighting and behaviour data, -Operating theodolite and managing its software Pythagoras, -Data entry and analysis, -Cataloguing and matching individuals via Discovery software, -Raising stakeholder awareness.
TRAINING
You will be given the chance to learn the most popular methodologies used in marine mammals research such as: -Theodolite operation and Pythagoras software, -Photo-ID and Discovery software, -Data entry and analysis, -ArcGIS
For more information and applications visit the projects site (click link at the top of the page!)
Reviews & ratings
Francisco
Volunteer
19 Dec 2021
An amazing project with amazing staff
I work as a travel agent, bringing volunteers to DAKTARI and other projects around the world. After helping a lot of volunteers fulfill their dreams of coming to South Africa, I managed to arrange 2 weeks to spend at the project. What a wonderful time I had starting with the staff who are so friendly and polite, the animals being taken care of as if they were family and the amazing food that was prepared catering to each of the volunteers individual needs. I can only say that if you are looking for an unique and quality experience involving a well thought out educational program and the preservation of native animal species, this is the one for you.
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Daktari Bush School & Wildlife Orphanage
leslie
Volunteer
19 Dec 2021
great experience
i had an enjoyable stay here in DAKTARI. be surrounded by wild animals is a chance and i also loved the teaching part of my stay
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Daktari Bush School & Wildlife Orphanage
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