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The West Coast Community inspires a strong connection with not only those that have been lucky enough to see them but everyone who knows their incredible story. In our most recent blog we reflect on a roller coaster of a year for John Coe and Aquarius.
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Read MoreWe are thrilled to share that the Hebridean Whale and Dolphin Trust’s (HWDT) pioneering research expeditions have been shortlisted for the Nature Tourism Award at the prestigious RSPB Nature of Scotland Awards 2025.
Read MoreIn our latest blog, we dive into the importance of effort-based data collection. While all data is valuable, when it comes to how that data is collected, not all records are created equal. During the Wild Discovery ferry watching event, 18 hours of effort-based data was collected!
Read MoreCircumnavigating Lewis and Harris is no mean feat - conditions have to line up just right. Our latest research expedition aboard Silurian managed a full lap of the islands, crossing the Minch from Ullapool, navigating our way through the Sound of Harris and rounding the exposed Butt of Lewis. Read on to find out how we got on…
Read MoreOver nine days at sea, our intrepid team of citizen scientists explored west of the Outer Hebrides, gathering vital acoustic and visual data in rarely surveyed areas. Living and working aboard Silurian, our dedicated research vessel, the team encountered six species of marine megafauna, as well as reaching the most North-Westerly waters of the season. Read all about their experiences here…
Read MoreWith storm Floris in their sights, the teens on our second teen team of the year, braved the wild waves to survey the Inner Hebrides.
Read MoreSix inquisitive teens joined us aboard our research vessel, Silurian, to explore the Sea of the Hebrides, gathering visual and acoustic data.
Read MoreA project is underway to investigate what whales are eating off Scotland’s west coast by examining the make-up of their poop! We are delighted to be part of the team collecting samples, armed and ready to scoop from the deck of our research vessel, Silurian.
Read MoreOver twelve days at sea, our intrepid team of citizen scientists surveyed 700 km of Scottish waters, exploring the Southern and Outer Hebrides. Living and working aboard Silurian, HWDT’s dedicated research vessel, the team encountered 8 species of large marine vertebrates, including our first basking sharks of the year. Read all about their experiences here…
Read MoreThis spring has been hopping, with an action packed few months of sightings across Scotland. In our most recent blog we explore what has been reported this spring.
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Read MoreOver twelve days at sea, our intrepid team of citizen scientists surveyed 590km of Hebridean waters. Living and working aboard Silurian, HWDT’s dedicated research vessel, the team were rewarded with a moment to remember. Amongst a multi-species feeding frenzy, the first humpback whale of the season made a spectacular appearance.
Read MoreEarlier this month, a new crew of citizen scientists joined us aboard Silurian for a week-long survey where we circumnavigated the Isle of Skye.
Read MoreThrough the Scotland’s Garden Scheme, the Williams family will open their beautiful garden to the public and encourage donations to the Trust.
Read MoreAt HWDT, we’re passionate about engaging with our local community and creating opportunities to get involved in marine conservation. One way we do this is by welcoming work experience pupils from Tobermory High School.
Read MoreOver nine days, the team aboard Silurian, HWDT’s dedicated research vessel, surveyed over 550km of Hebridean seas, collecting vital visual and acoustic data. One for the record books, citizen scientists had an unforgettable display of Scotland’s marine megafauna. Read all about their experiences here…
Read MoreScotland’s west coast is home to some of the most extraordinary and enigmatic marine life in Europe, but much still remains a mystery. New funded research aims to catalogue bottlenose dolphins sighted in west coast waters to gain new insights into their mysterious lives.
Read MoreFrom stormy seas to BBQ’s on the beach, our teams of students from St Andrew’s University Sea Mammal Research Unit (SMRU) embraced the elements to have a truly memorable time aboard our research vessel, Silurian.
Read MoreGlorious sunshine welcomed our team of citizen scientists aboard Silurian for our latest research expedition, setting the tone for an unforgettable week.
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