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Western Telegraph
a day ago
- Science
- Western Telegraph
Why dolphin poo is being scooped out of West Wales waters
The 200-or-so bottlenose dolphins who frequent Cardigan Bay are the focus of an innovative research project. Collecting of the dolphins' poo will give valuable clues about their diet and behaviour. The samples are being collected by researchers from the Wildlife Trust of South and West Wales before analysis by scientists at Aberystwyth University. They are using the latest environmental DNA (eDNA) techniques to extract detailed data on the animals' diet. The researchers have to move quickly to catch the dolphins defecating. (Image: Dr Sarah Perry, Wildlife Trust of South and West Wales.) As well as showing what prey the dolphins have been feeding on and where, the tests will help build individual profiles for each one. These profiles will enable the project team to identify the dolphins' gender, the relationships between family members, population size, breeding potential and movement patterns. They will also attempt to match and compare each unique profile with individual photo ID records of bottlenose dolphins which have been gathered by the Wildlife Trust of South and West Wales over several years. The new information will inform future marine conservation efforts in Cardigan Bay and help protect the area's rare population of semi-resident dolphins. The 'Dolphin Diet Detectives: Unveiling Dolphin Diets and Engaging Communities for UK Conservation' project is being led by the Wildlife Trust of South and West Wales in collaboration with Aberystwyth University, with support from the Welsh Government's Nature Networks Fund. The project's Dr David Wilcockson and Dr Sarah Perry. (Image: Aberystwyth University) Dr Sarah Perry, Marine Conservation and Research Manager at the Wildlife Trust of South and West Wales said: "We are thrilled to be leading this groundbreaking project, which covers an area of research that we have aspired to embark on over the past decade or so. 'We are excited that it has come to fruition at a time when it is even more important that we build on our knowledge of the species in the waters around us. As part of the project, a series of community science days will give local people opportunities to find out more about the research study and help collect additional data about Cardigan Bay's dolphin population. This family of dolphins was spotted off New Quay. (Image: Sarah Michelle Wyer/Dolphin Spotting Boat Trips) Dr David Wilcockson from the Department of the Life Sciences at Aberystwyth University said: 'What is really exciting for us, aside from finding out more about what dolphins are eating and their behaviours, is the fact that we are involving the public in this work. 'They are the 'dolphin detectives' and we hope this will provide another pathway by which they can feel more connected to their local environment and encourage conservation activities beyond the project.' The project is funded by the Nature Networks Programme. It is being delivered by the Heritage Fund, on behalf of the Welsh Government.
BBC News
6 days ago
- General
- BBC News
Why are these scientists trying to collect dolphin poo?
When you think of dolphins frolicking in the sea, you may be picturing a warm, sunny, tropical island somewhere. But did you know there are around 200 bottlenose dolphins living in Cardigan Bay just off the coast of Wales? Well, scientists have been studying the pod of dolphins for years, but they have come up with a new way to learn more about them. By studying their poo. The team of conservationists funded by the Nature Networks Fund in collaboration with Aberystwyth University are trying to learn more about the dolphin's relationships and movement patterns. They are therefore attempting to collect poo samples from as many dolphins in Cardigan Bay as possible using nets after the marine creatures do their 'business'. They will then be able to send the poo to Aberystwyth University to be analysed to help understand what they have been feeding on and therefore, where they are getting their food from. With enough data (poo), they will also be able to build individual profiles for each dolphin and perhaps even find similarities between biological family members. But the poop isn't the only thing they will be looking closely at. They will also attempt to match the samples with photo identification records of the dolphins gathered on camera by members of the Wildlife Trust of South and West Wales. Sarah Perry, the trust's marine conservation and research manager, said she hoped the study would "unravel the mysteries of bottlenose dolphin ecology in Cardigan Bay"."This project covers an area of research that we have aspired to embark on over the past decade or so, and we are excited that it has come to fruition at a time when it is even more important that we build on our knowledge of the species in the waters around us."
Yahoo
7 days ago
- Science
- Yahoo
Dolphin 'mysteries' to be solved by collecting poo
Conservationists are hoping to learn about a group of bottlenose dolphins that make their home in Welsh waters - by studying their poo. About 200 bottlenose dolphins are said to live in and around Cardigan Bay and, although they have been studied for several years, experts want to learn more about their relationships, breeding potential and movement patterns. Analysis of samples will help them to understand what they have been feeding on and where and help build individual profiles for each dolphin. They will also attempt to match the samples with photo identification records of the dolphins gathered on camera by members of the Wildlife Trust of South and West Wales. Surfing snake spotted on north Wales beach Bottlenose dolphins spotted killing dolphin juvenile 'I heard someone say shark and thought it's a hoax' The trust secured funding for the project from the Welsh government's Nature Networks Fund in collaboration with Aberystwyth University. The samples will be gathered by net after the dolphins defecate and then analysed by university scientists using techniques to extract detailed data about the animals' diet using environmental DNA (eDNA). Sarah Perry, the trust's marine conservation and research manager, said she hoped the study would "unravel the mysteries of bottlenose dolphin ecology in Cardigan Bay". "This project covers an area of research that we have aspired to embark on over the past decade or so and we are excited that it has come to fruition at a time when it is even more important that we build on our knowledge of the species in the waters around us." Dolphin calf rescued in New Quay Concerns over sudden drop in sightings of porpoises Aberystwyth University: Department of Life Sciences Sea Watch Foundation: Cardiff Bay bottlenose dolphins Wildlife Trust of South and West Wales
BBC News
7 days ago
- Science
- BBC News
Cardigan Bay bottlenose dolphin mysteries to be solved by collecting poo
Conservationists are hoping to learn about a group of bottlenose dolphins that make their home in Welsh waters - by studying their 200 bottlenose dolphins are said to live in and around Cardigan Bay and, although they have been studied for several years, experts want to learn more about their relationships, breeding potential and movement of samples will help them to understand what they have been feeding on and where and help build individual profiles for each will also attempt to match the samples with photo identification records of the dolphins gathered on camera by members of the Wildlife Trust of South and West Wales. The trust secured funding for the project from the Welsh government's Nature Networks Fund in collaboration with Aberystwyth samples will be gathered by net after the dolphins defecate and then analysed by university scientists using techniques to extract detailed data about the animals' diet using environmental DNA (eDNA).Sarah Perry, the trust's marine conservation and research manager, said she hoped the study would "unravel the mysteries of bottlenose dolphin ecology in Cardigan Bay"."This project covers an area of research that we have aspired to embark on over the past decade or so and we are excited that it has come to fruition at a time when it is even more important that we build on our knowledge of the species in the waters around us."
Business Wire
22-05-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
Pavilion Payments Welcomes Sarah Perry as Vice President of Gaming Operations
LAS VEGAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Pavilion Payments, the leading omnichannel payment solutions provider in the gaming industry, has appointed Sarah Perry as Vice President of Gaming Operations. 'I'm excited to join a team that's committed to both operational excellence and customer impact,' said Sarah Perry. 'I look forward to building on Pavilion Payments' momentum and further strengthening how we deliver for the gaming industry.' Perry brings a strategic, results-driven approach to operational leadership, backed by more than 20 years of experience managing delivery, operational strategy, and cross-functional programs for Fortune 100 and 500 clients. In her new role, she will lead Pavilion Payments' Gaming Operations and Project Management Office, focusing on aligning initiatives across the business, scaling delivery capabilities, and driving operational efficiency to support customer and company growth. At Pavilion Payments, Perry will be responsible for developing and evolving the company's project and change management functions, partnering with engineering and finance leaders to align on capital planning and delivery timelines, and ensuring operational metrics are used to optimize performance. She will also oversee the development of support and launch strategies for strategic product initiatives and lead efforts to coach and grow high-performing operations teams. 'Sarah brings the right balance of structure and flexibility to elevate how we deliver,' said Dan Connors, CEO of Pavilion Payments. 'Her experience leading complex initiatives and driving results at scale makes her a tremendous asset to our team and our customers.' Prior to joining Pavilion Payments, Perry led complex delivery and transformation initiatives for major clients in the healthcare and fintech sectors, with a focus on operational strategy, stakeholder alignment, and process optimization. She holds certifications in Project Management (PMP), Six Sigma, Agile, and Change Management. 'I'm excited to join a team that's committed to both operational excellence and customer impact,' said Sarah Perry. 'I look forward to building on Pavilion Payments' momentum and further strengthening how we deliver for the gaming industry.' About Pavilion Payments Pavilion Payments enables the world's gaming entertainment leaders to create amazing consumer experiences and maximize spend across all their physical and digital properties. Pavilion Payments is the gaming industry's leading omnichannel payment solutions provider, offering integrated omnichannel and software solutions that enable flexible funding, play, and cash out. For more information, visit
