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Whale researcher using aerial footage
Tuesday, May 08, 2018

Whale researcher Andrew Stevenson will use unique aerial footage for a follow-up to his acclaimed documentary Where the Whales Sing.


Parrotfish Checkup
Wednesday, May 02, 2018

When new fish arrive at BAMZ, they must first undergo a minimum of 30 days quarantine in order to diagnose any marine parasites which, if left untreated, can infect the other inhabitants of the aquarium hall tanks.


Sheldon the baby Loggerhead turtle
Tuesday, May 01, 2018

This is Sheldon, a juvenile loggerhead turtle. 


A Lucky resident of North Rock
Friday, April 27, 2018

If you have recently visited the Bermuda Aquarium, Museum and Zoo (BAMZ), you may have noticed two new additions to the North Rock habitat; a green turtle and a rainbow parrot fish. 


Aming: Likely The Same Shark Being Seen
Wednesday, April 25, 2018

Following the recent shark sightings, local expert Choy Aming said he is “almost positive that the same hammerhead is being spotted repeatedly” and explained that hammerheads “are quite docile and are not really a threat to people” and “noted that this may be the only hammerhead you see in Bermuda in your life.”



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Aquarium junior volunteers get chance to complete programme
Owain Johnston-Barnes
Thursday, December 03, 2020

GT.JPGPupils enrolled in a competitive volunteer programme through the Bermuda Zoological Society have been given a second chance to complete it in the wake of Covid-19.

The Junior Volunteer programme requires a year-long commitment to support the Bermuda Aquarium, Museum and Zoo, but the latest cadre came to a halt because of the pandemic.

A BZS spokeswoman said: “When the JV programme was able to recommence in September, the coordinators decided to give last year’s JVs the opportunity to have a programme ’do-over’.

“A total of six students accepted the offer, and they are currently participating in the programme together with 12 new students.”

Alex Amat, coordinator for the JV programme and BZS educator, said that some of those who chose not to re-enter the programme still continued to volunteer at BAMZ.

Dr Amat said: “One student was offered a junior staff position at BAMZ.

“Students studying abroad have also pledged to come back and volunteer during their prolonged Christmas break after finishing their quarantine periods.

“We are very proud of their dedication.”

The spokeswoman said BZS volunteers contribute over 10,000 hours of valuable husbandry support to BAMZ every year, with all programmes being accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums.

The JV programme runs from October to June and is intended for pupils between 14 and 17 years of age.

It requires a year-long commitment to volunteer on a Saturday or Sunday morning each week, and gives participants the opportunity to work in all areas of BAMZ along with community conservation projects, field trips and educational activities.

 

About Bermuda Zoological Society

The shared mission of BZS and BAMZ is to inspire appreciation and care of island environments, and as the support charity for BAMZ, the BZS is an example of a highly successful non-profit/public partnership. Each year the BZS provide more than 8,000 free educational experiences through our Stempel Foundation BZS Schools Programme in addition to popular community programmes for all ages, development of BAMZ exhibits, and conservation and research programmes. Each year, BZS Volunteers contribute over 10,000 hours of valuable husbandry support to the Aquarium and Zoo with all programmes being accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums.