Dolphin & Whale Research Volunteer Project, Portugal
Highlights
- Learn to identify and interpret cetacean behaviour and social composition
- Increase your pool of knowledge through theoretical lectures and fieldwork training from experienced researchers
- Learn about and use several of the most frequently used techniques and methodologies to study cetaceans
- Learn about data collection, photo analysis (photo-id) and techniques in underwater and aerial videos, and more
Overview
Volunteer in Albufeira, Portugal and support Dolphin & Whale Conservation and Research whilst exploring the scenic Algarve coastline. You will gain an insight into dolphin research, learn about different research instruments and techniques, study and learn about cetaceans and other marine species and gain awareness about their conservation.
Below are some of the activities you can expect to be involved with as a marine conservation volunteer in Portugal;
For every cetacean group we encounter, we collect a range of biological, ecological and environmental data.
Volunteers will get to see several species of cetaceans, sharks, sea turtles and marine birds found in the South of Portugal (please note not all sightings are guaranteed due to local weather conditions).
Learn to identify and interpret cetacean behaviour and social composition
Increase your pool of knowledge through theoretical lectures and fieldwork training from experienced researchers
Learn about and use several of the most frequently used techniques and methodologies to study cetaceans
Learn about data collection, photo analysis (photo-id) and techniques in underwater and aerial videos, and more
- Accommodation, In country transport, meals
- flights, personal expenses, personal insurance
Important Information
In order to participate in this project, all volunteers should;
Be 16 years-old or older
Be able to stay for at least 1 week
Speak enough English to be able to communicate effectively with other participants
Supply a Negative Covid test
Be in good health, physically fit and able to walk and climb easily
Be able to swim and feel comfortable on a boat
Be able to tolerate hot weather and long periods of exposure to the sun
We are also able to accept families with children for this project, please let us know if you are interested in coming to volunteer as a family!
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