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First Longtail release of the year
Friday, June 01, 2018

In the early morning of Monday, 28th May, Roma Hayward, Animal Care and Quarantine Officer, released our first rehabilitated longtail of the season.


Plein Air Society paints on Trunk Island
Friday, June 01, 2018

After meeting Dr. Ian Walker at a Bermuda Tourism Authority event, Rhona Emmerson was able to arrange for her group of artists - the Plein Air Society - to take a trip out to Trunk Island for a morning of painting on Sunday, 22nd April.


MSA students hold Toad-ally Terrific event
Thursday, May 24, 2018

Pupils from a convent school are helping Bermuda’s struggling toad population.


Video: Bridget The Sea Turtle’s Rehabilitation
Saturday, May 19, 2018

The Bermuda Tourism Authority has released a video highlighting the successful rehabilitation of a sea turtle named ‘Bridget’, with the video also providing tips on how to help if you find an injured turtle.


Endangered predators may lead to erosion of reefs
Thursday, May 17, 2018

Major marine predators including groupers and snappers are endangered, a scientist has warned.



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Island to become hub of marine project
Royal Gazette
Tuesday, August 09, 2016

Owain Johnston-Barnes
Published Aug 9, 2016 at 8:00 am (Updated Aug 9, 2016 at 7:08 am)

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Dr Gretchen Goodbody-Gringley (Photograph by Nadia Hall)

Bermuda is set to be the hub of a new international research project intended to justify the protection of marine environments worldwide.

The project, called Ocean Tech, is set to launch next spring taking advantage of the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution’s underwater robotic vehicle REMUS and the expertise of BIOS coral reef scientist Gretchen Goodbody-Gringley.

Dr Goodbody-Gringley, whose research has focused on understanding how coral reef ecosystems function, was formally approached to work as chief scientist on the project earlier this year. REMUS, which is equipped with cameras, navigational, and scientific instrumentation, is capable of autonomously tracking marine life to data hoped to reveal how marine species use their reef environment. A Bios statement on the project said: “One goal of the project is to share collected data with policymakers, both locally and internationally, to help justify the establishment of marine protected areas.

“The project’s global media campaign will include feature-length documentaries, a school education programme, international and local exhibits, globally broadcast lectures, summer camp programmes and experience days.”

Andrew Smith, the executive director of Ocean Tech, said: “The aim is to inspire and educate a global audience about ocean conservation.

“Gretchen’s unrivalled understanding of coral reef ecosystem function will continue to strengthen our ability to make sound research decisions and ensure that we make the most of this unique opportunity.”