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Protecting the island's rarest species
Friday, July 05, 2013

Mark Outerbridge has been charged with no minor task. As Conservation Service’s new Wildlife Ecologist he is responsible for ensuring that Bermuda’s rarest and most endangered species are not wiped out in the sands of time.


Baby dolphin photographed off North Shore
Wednesday, June 26, 2013

Boaters off the North Shore had a rare opportunity to witness passing Atlantic bottlenose dolphins.


Two Dolphins Spotted Inshore Off North Shore
Tuesday, June 25, 2013

A pair of Atlantic Bottlenose Dolphins were spotted inshore yesterday [June 24] off the North Shore, and the Department of Conservation said it is “highly unusual” for them to be close to shore and in such small numbers.


The Sea Dragon Trip
Friday, June 07, 2013

My name is Choy Aming and I am an aquarist at the Bermuda Aquarium, Museum and Zoo. I was recently sent out on a collecting assignment in the Sargasso Sea on the research vessel Sea Dragon.


Bermuda Skinks heading for a UK ‘lifeboat’
Friday, June 07, 2013

The fight to protect the critically endangered Bermuda Skink has found a new ally — the UK’s Chester Zoo



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Plans Gear Up As Reef Watch 2014 Approaches
Bernews
Tuesday, June 17, 2014

Reef Watch 2014 is scheduled for Saturday, June 28th and members of the community are invited to become Citizen Scientists and participate in an island-wide effort to help monitor the health of Bermuda’s reef systems.

A spokesperson said, “Excitement continues to mount as the Bermuda Zoological Society and lead sponsor, Hiscox, prepare for Reef Watch 2014, scheduled for Saturday, June 28th.

“Through Reef Watch, members of the community are invited to become Citizen Scientists and participate in an island-wide effort to help monitor the health of Bermuda’s unique and vital reef systems, all while supporting the work of the Bermuda Reef Ecosystem Analysis and Monitoring [BREAM] programme, led by Dr. Thaddeus Murdoch.

“Last year, the event saw more than 100 people participate, surveying 35 different reef locations across the island, covering more than 500 sq. kms. of the Bermuda lagoon.

“This year, they would love to see 50 teams participate. Registering is easy – simply visit the Reef Watch Crowdrise page at www.crowdrise.com/reefwatch, and click on the “Set Up Your Fundraiser” button, where you can join an existing team, or start your own.

“Teams are assigned a reef to survey on the day, and are provided with the necessary training to successfully conduct a survey on the health of that reef. Teams must also provide their own water transport out to the reef.

“While the event provides an amazing experience for those who participate, as well as much needed data on the health of Bermuda’s reefs, Reef Watch also serves as a major fundraiser for reef conservation and protection.

“Teams are encouraged to raise a minimum of $500, 100% of which goes back to support the work of BREAM, by asking friends and family, as well as through corporate matching.

To view the Reef Watch 2014 video, click here.

“The team that raises the most for the day is rewarded with prizes, so there is fierce competition to go above and beyond the $500. Last year that honour went to Team Faraway led by Tim Davidson, which raised more than $1400.”

Mr Davidson shared: “Taking part in Reef Watch last year was a rewarding experience that I highly recommend. Bermuda’s reefs are an important part of our ecosystem and Reef Watch allows participants ‎to expand their knowledge while collecting valuable data. It is also a fantastic way to spend a day on the water.”

Jeremy Pinchin, CEO of Hiscox, also participated in the event last year, along with his family: “I really enjoyed the opportunity to make a hands-on contribution, along with others from Hiscox, through the REEF Watch programme.

“Since coming to the island, my family and I continue to be in awe of the rich and colourful ocean environment that surrounds Bermuda. The opportunity to be a citizen scientist and help preserve the marine environment was an opportunity that I could not turn down.

“I am pleased that through the data collected, Dr. Murdoch and his team have been able to conclude that most of our reefs are healthy. Some however are only in a moderately healthy condition, which makes it all the more important that the REEF Watch work continues”

Training sessions for those interested in participating will be held at the Bermuda Aquarium, Museum, and Zoo on Monday, June 23rd and Tuesday, June 24th at 6pm. Participants only need to attend one session.

The 2013 Reef Watch report is available on the  BZS website on the BZS Reef Watch page in the Conservation section.