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Local celebrity ‘Knobble’ the minke whale has returned to Scotland’s west coast for the 13th year in a row, highlighting the area’s importance for marine wildlife. Following the whale’s sighting on 28th July north of Coll by Sea Life Surveys, scientists at the conservation charity, Hebridean Whale and Dolphin Trust, say that Knobble has now returned to the same feeding grounds in the Sea of the Hebrides every year since 2006.
Read MoreMembers of the public are invited to take part in dolphin, whale and porpoise surveys around the UK as part of National Whale and Dolphin Watch, from the 28th July to the 5th August. The data collected during the event will help develop a snapshot of the distribution of dolphins, whales and porpoises around the UK and help us better understand our marine environment, inform policy and protect these magnificent creatures.
Read MoreA year on from its launch, Whale Track, HWDT’s community sightings app and website, is going from strength to strength. With 651 users, who have recorded over 3,550 sightings and 24,055 animals, Whale Track is creating a growing community of citizen scientists monitoring whales and dolphins on the west coast of Scotland.
Read MoreDuring the survey we recorded six different species of marine mammals, which included an unbelievable encounter with nine killer whales! We also had our first basking shark sighting, bow riding common dolphins and a lunge feeding minke whale!
Read MoreWe are delighted to announce Whale Track has been named as a finalist in the 2018 National Lottery Awards – the annual search for people’s favourite National Lottery-funded projects. You can help us win by voting now!
Read MoreYesterday, in partnership with Mull and Iona Ranger Service and Turus Mara, HWDT’s Engagement Team took guests on a special trip to the iconic Isle of Staffa, home of Fingal’s Cave and a colony of puffins. Read on for all the details.
Read MoreThe season got off to an amazing start with some incredible sightings flying in through Whale Track during April, and our first ever sightings submitted from an aircraft during an aerial whale-watch!
Read MoreAt least five killer whales have been seen in the Clyde today, with a number of sightings coming in through social media channels.
Read MoreRead our sightings report from our Community Sightings Network here, including sightings reported through our Whale Track app launched in August.
Read MoreKeep an eye out! How to record your sightings.
Read MoreTwo male killer whales were spotted today off the North coast of Mull, one being the infamous John Coe.
Read MoreSightings of common dolphins across the Hebrides have reached a new record high according to research conducted by marine conservation charity, Hebridean Whale and Dolphin Trust.
Read MoreTwo male killer whales were spotted today off the North coast of Mull, one being the infamous John Coe.
Read MoreWe’d like to say a huge thank you to the 270 people who have between them submitted a staggering 1,400 sightings of 12,000 animals since Whale Track launched back in August! We have been absolutely blown away by the uptake, so thanks to each and every one of you for your support.
Read MoreYou might have heard us mentioned on the BBC One Show last night and part two is due to air tonight (13th September). Here is a little bit more information about the West Coast Community and the Hebridean Whale and Dolphin Trusts (HWDT) research on this fascinating group of animals.
Read MoreThe Community Sightings Network reported a total of 334 sightings of 1972 whales, dolphins and porpoises (cetaceans) in July 2017. Including 11 different species of cetacean, plus basking sharks.
Read MoreA new app from conservation charity Hebridean Whale and Dolphin Trust is set to transform the way that members of the public and boat operators can help gather vital scientific data about whales, dolphins and porpoises – collectively known as cetaceans – off Scotland’s west coast.
Read MoreThe Community Sightings Network reported a total of 127 sightings of 890 whales, dolphins and porpoises (cetaceans) in June 2017. Although quiet compared to May (244 sightings), there have been some remarkable encounters this month.
Read MoreOver the last two weeks there have been over 13 sightings of killer whales, totaling 53 animals recorded. This is a fantastic showcase of the importance of the Hebrides for this enigmatic species, and highlights the power of citizen science for monitoring these amazing animals.
Read MoreOn Thursday 6th July, the HWDT team received reports of a deceased minke whale floating just off the coast of Mull. SMASS have confirmed that this female minke most likely died due to entanglement in a rope around her tail.
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