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Protecting the island's rarest speciesFriday, 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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Simon Jones
Published Mar 7, 2016 at 8:00 am (Updated Mar 7, 2016 at 6:40 am)
Dreaming big: Nesta Wellman, 24, wants to become an explorer and wildlife
photographer after obtaining his master’s degree
Nesta Wellman’s passion for conservation and wildlife runs deep in his veins.
It is a passion that was born on his island home and nurtured during his time at the Bermuda Aquarium, Museum and Zoo.
Now the 24-year-old naturalist, from Warwick, is looking to pursue a bachelor of science degree in zoo management in England and gain further experience at Chester Zoo.
His ultimate dream remains obtaining a master’s degree in wildlife conservation, working with the Act for Wildlife organisation and then joining National Geographic to become an explorer and a wildlife photographer.
Happy to help: Nesta Wellman helped to
teach visitors about the zoo’s wildlife
“I am in my final semester finishing my foundation degree in applied animal management at Bridgwater College in Somerset with the degree being offered by Oxford Brookes University,” Mr Wellman said.
“Since enrolling in this programme, the education and support from lecturers have been phenomenal. Once finished I aim to enrol at Chester University and undergo a BSc in Zoo Management and work at Chester Zoo for a few years.
“I have been extremely grateful for the support from family, friends, BAMZ and Ian Walker, whom I consider one of many inspirational role models in my life.”
Mr Wellman began volunteering at BAMZ in 2006 initially helping out in Local Tails and caring for all terrestrial and marine vertebrates and invertebrates.
Nature lover: Nesta Wellman began volunteering
at the Bermuda Aquarium, Museum and Zoo in 2006
He went on to manage the husbandry and maintenance of marine exhibits, including North Rock Tank, and also worked in the education department teaching visitors about the zoo’s wildlife.
“Being exposed to many activities offered by every department broadened my mind in discovering the wonders of Bermuda’s wildlife,” he said.
“I continue to have great appreciation for the staff; their support has been wonderful and continues to make a difference in the lives of all volunteers.
“I encourage more students interested in any animal-related field to gain experience working at BAMZ to broaden their view of what the animal world is really like.
“It is truly amazing and networking for future careers around the world is excellent.”