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Press Release: Lionfish project
Tuesday, March 13, 2018

It is often said that good things come in groups of three, and that might be the case for a trio of research projects aimed at reducing a threat to Bermuda’s marine biodiversity: the invasive lionfish.


Video: Sharks Feed On 30 Foot Dead Whale
Thursday, March 01, 2018

Calling it a “once in a lifetime encounter,” Weldon Wade posted video footage showing sharks feeding on dead 30-35 foot sperm whale floating off Bermuda, with the video also showing Marine Biologist Choy Aming on top of the whale capturing GoPro footage from a very unique perspective.


Bridget the turtle prepares for return to sea
Friday, February 09, 2018

When Aerial Williams went fishing, a turtle was the last thing she expected to find at the end of her line.


Video & Photos: Turtle Successfully Rehabilitated
Thursday, February 08, 2018

A sea turtle that was accidentally caught by a young girl has been successfully rehabilitated following surgery to remove a fishing hook, with a group gathering today [Feb 8] at the Bermuda Aquarium and Zoo [BAMZ] to make the announcement, while also educating the public on how injured sea turtles should be handled.


BZS Set To Host “A Home For A Bluebird”
Sunday, February 04, 2018

The Bermuda Zoological Society [BZS] is getting set to host an event titled “A Home For A Bluebird” on Sunday, March 4, with the first presentation to take place from 10.00am to 11.30am and the second presentation to take place from 1.30pm to 3.00pm.



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Sound swim raises $6,000
Royal Gazette
Monday, May 05, 2014

Published May 5, 2014 at 11:33 am 

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Race committee chairman Patty Hill (left), and organising group member
Brian Frick (centre), present the proceeds of the 23rd annual
Round-the-Sound Swim to BZS development officer Lynda Johnson (right).

Last year’s Round-the-Sound Swim — believed to be one of the largest open swim events in the world — has raised $6,000.

Of this total, $5,000 has gone towards Bermuda Zoological Society’s (BZS) education fund and $1,000 towards the Bermuda Lionfish Taskforce.

In its 23-year history, the event has raised thousands of dollars for local charities. It takes place in Harrington Sound, with swimmers opting for various distances.

Race committee chairman Patty Hill said: “The event was again a great success with a record field of over 330 swimmers completing the various distances, ranging from 800 metres to the 10K marathon swim.

“The Round-the-Sound Swim attracts considerable international attention, with over 150 visiting swimmers flying in for the weekend to take part. They were joined by former Olympic freestyler Brooke Bennett, who also conducted a clinic for younger swimmers at the National Sports Centre pool during the weekend, in addition to speaking to students at Whitney Institute.”

BZS president Richard Winchell said: “Thanks so much to the Round-the-Sound committee and participants for their support. This is a wonderful event, fun for families both as swimmers and spectators. Harrington Sound is an ideal location and BZS and BAMZ will continue to do all we can to maintain the health and beauty of this unique body of water.”

Last year’s event was held on October 13 and this year swimmers will take to the water on the same date, a Sunday.

Details will be available closer to the date on the Round-the-Sound website www.roundthesound.bm.