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The Scottish Marine Animal Stranding Scheme provides surveillance and investigation of marine strandings in Scotland as part of @UofGlasgow

[SMASS @strandings]

🚨 Marine Forum Programme is LIVE! 🚨

A jam-packed schedule of expert talks, panels & networking awaits! 🌊🐬

Only a few tickets left so don’t miss out! 🎟:
https://t.co/y7kPmm0PbB

#MarineForum2025 #OceanConservation #LastTickets

[SMASS @strandings]

✨ First paper of the year out ✨ Describing fatal systemic bacterial infections in harbour porpoises following bite wounds from grey seals 🦭

Check it out! 👇
https://t.co/FhUCkgfHEz

@UofGlasgow @UofGSBOHVM

[Hebridean Whale & Dolphin Trust @HWDT_org]

We are searching for someone full of enthusiasm, to join our Hebridean Whale Centre team, in the heart of the Hebrides, as a volunteer Outreach Assistant.

Closing date: 9am 13th January 2025
Find out more and apply: https://t.co/yf2gT1taTs

[SMASS @strandings]

Application process a little complicated but outlined here. Email is if you're interested and would like more detail.https://t.co/ofteBbSQaz

[SMASS @strandings]

Three weeks to go if you are interested in applying for a fully funded https://t.co/EGlQkau2ty looking to answer vital questions about the prevalence and epidemiology of viral pathogens in Scotland’s marine mammal populations: https://t.co/Xq9Q5XpMk0 Get in touch if interested!

[SMASS @strandings]

🐾Turn your beach walk into a conservation tool with Beachtrack!

Record your walk, report stranded animals & log marine litter to help identify patterns and quantity effort! 🦭🌊

📲 Download now, and lets protect our seas together!
https://t.co/jgStmIPhWm

[SMASS @strandings]

https://t.co/y7kPmm0PbB

[SMASS @strandings]

The Marine Forum is back! We’re excited to announce that this year we will be at NMS, Edinburgh, on 1st March 2025! Organized by @whalesorg and SMASS, this year’s theme, "Sea Change” will focus on the evidence and action we need to drive meaningful progress.

Get tickets below👇

[Naturally Speaking @theNSpodcast]

New Naturally Speaking Blog!

'Whale hello there! Scientific Outreach, Festival Edition'

This time around, PhD student Rachel Lennon (@Rach_lenn) writes about the importance of public outreach within scientific research. A great read!

https://t.co/PSvFAaZVin

[SMASS @strandings]

@Tangly_Seas Read more about SEA’s recent successful sinking line trial here 👇🪢

https://t.co/irhCydfHEG

[SMASS @strandings]

Two marine #entanglement cases were reported last week. A 9.6m #humpbackwhale found in Edinburgh with rope entanglement scars, and a 5.75m #minkewhale on the Angus coast with severe tail injuries. Images, measurements & samples suggest rope entanglement was likely cause of death.

[SMASS @strandings]

Entanglement is the #1 cause of death for minke and humpback whales in Scottish waters, with 9 cases this year. SMASS is taking positive steps with the Scottish Entanglement Alliance @Tangly_Seas, and the fishing industry to reduce entanglements and protect marine wildlife.

[NatureScot @NatureScot]

🐋 A new report shows a surge in minke whale sightings but fewer basking sharks. This valuable @HWDT_org research is allowing us to track how whales and basking sharks are faring over the long-term off the west coast of Scotland. https://t.co/sA5r1incqL

[Rachel Lennon @Rach_lenn]

Thank you to @RSPBScotland for inviting us to the #NatureforScotlandAwards shortlisting reception this evening to represent @strandings! It was so inspiring to hear about all the wonderful, #nature based work happening across #Scotland! 🌊🌲🦆🐞🐋

[Hebridean Whale & Dolphin Trust @HWDT_org]

🎶💃 Join us to celebrate 30 years of whale conservation in the Hebrides with a special Whaley Ceilidh. Dust-off your dancing shoes with live music from Hannah Fisher and Sorren McLean, special Nc'nean Distillery cocktails and great raffle prizes! https://t.co/WZmc2fhv7M

[Emily Hague 🚢🐳🐬 @emilyhague]

Had a fascinating few hours yesterday helping the lovely Peter take measures and samples of this harbour porpoise for @strandings 🌊🐳 So cool to see this little cetacean up close!
Anybody any thoughts on what the banana shaped markings might be?

[SMASS @strandings]

Tessa brought so much to the #SMASS team and her presence is sorely missed. Wishing you all the luck in your new position (but we'll be keeping our fingers crossed for your return!) 🫶🐳

[Tessa Plint @TessaPlint]

It has been an absolute privilege to work with and learn from the @strandings team over the past several years 🐳♥️

I miss you guys already! 🥲🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿—>🇨🇦

#OpportunityOfALifeTime

[Rachel Lennon @Rach_lenn]

Thanks for sharing! 🌊 It was an unforgettable experience working with the team at the Sanday pilot whale MSE🐋

Check out the blog which was part of the @UofGSBOHVM Naturally Speaking "Field Work Diary" series 👇