Our next seminar about harassment is coming up in two weeks! This one is women only. You will need to register as we have limited space. Please use this link: docs.google.com/.../1FAIpQLS...

We did it! Highest abstract submission ✨ we’re SO excited to see you in Puerto Rico for #SMM2026 🐬🐳 We’ll make sure it’s as legendary as this abstract submission number!

Last few days until we close the abstract submission! See you soon in Puerto Rico. www.smmconference.org/abstract-sub...

✈️ Traveling to SMM 2026 in Puerto Rico? Here’s what you need to know

Our next seminar is Feb 25th, and women only! Register here: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

🚨 Website Update + Deadline Extension 🚨 Good news, Marine Mammal Science community! 🐋 The Society for Marine Mammalogy website is now fully restored and functioning. New extended deadline: Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at 12:00 PM (noon) Atlantic Time (GMT-4)

🐋 Reminder: The call for abstracts for SMM2026 in San Juan, Puerto Rico is open! 🇵🇷 Don’t miss your chance to share your research – submit by January 28, 2026.
#SMM2026 #PuertoRicoSMM2026 #OneOceanOneFuture

✨ Happy Holidays from the Society for Marine Mammalogy ✨ Wishing our global SMM community a joyful holiday season and a beautiful end of the year, surrounded by those you love most (including animals!).

🚨 Reminder for SMM Members 🚨
There’s still time to register for our upcoming Harassment Conversation Seminar, happening December 17th.
This is an important space for learning, reflection, and supporting a safer community within marine mammal science. 💙 🔗 Register now: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

🐳 Calling all SMM members! 🐳
We want to connect with you and help showcase our amazing community 🤍 Are you an SMM member?
Make sure you’re following us, then send us a DM with a screenshot confirming your active membership, and we’ll follow you back from the official SMM account.

Call for Nominations: Fellows Membership Recognizing members who’ve made notable contributions to marine mammal science and conservation. Our third call for nominations is now open!

🎉 Congratulations to our 2025 Eric A. Ramos Small Grant Recipients! We received an incredible 46 applications this year spanning a wide range of topics: from climate change, microplastics, and underwater noise to parasites, social behavior, demographics, genetics, and physiology🐬

🐋 ONE YEAR until we make history! October 19-23, 2026 marks the FIRST time our Biennial Conference lands in Latin America, and we're bringing the world's premier marine mammal science gathering to beautiful San Juan, Puerto Rico! 🇵🇷 #SMM2026 #PuertoRicoSMM2026 #OneOceanOneFuture

SMM will be hosting six online moderated conversations on harassment in the field of marine mammalogy. The first meeting will be held October 29 at 9PM (PST). Spaces are limited, and participants will need to sign up (forms.gle/72z78i7z2QBM...) to secure their spot. Photo credit: Eric Risberg

We are seeking volunteer ASL Interpreters (or students working towards certification) to join monthly, virtual meetings and facilitate translation of spoken language (English) to American Sign Language and sign language to spoken language. Knowledge of marine mammal sciences is not required. (1)

📣 ATTN (please share!) 📣 The #DEI Committee of the Society for @marinemammalogy.bsky.social is currently seeking volunteer American Sign Language Interpreters (or students working towards certification). #ASL #AmericanSignLanguage #SignLanguage #marinemammals @dolphinwhisperer.bsky.social

The Society for Marine Mammalogy’s Official List of Marine Mammal Species and Subspecies has been updated. Visit the SMM website for the full list: marinemammalscience.org/science-and-... Image: Uko Gorter 2025 #SMM #Marinemammal

All are welcome in this pod. In celebration of Pride Month, we reaffirm our support for our 2SLGBTQIA+ colleagues, friends and allies. #marinemammalogy #smm

The Society for Marine Mammalogy is pleased to announce the opening of applications for the Eric A. Ramos Small Grants-in-Aid for Research. The award honors the Dr. Ramos legacy in fostering the next generation of marine mammalogists. #SMM #marinemammal #research #marinemammalscience

For the full statement, please visit the Society for Marine Mammalogy's webpage: marinemammalscience.org/diversity-in... #SMM #marinemammalscience #missionstatement

Hello marine mammal community on @bsky.app! The Society for Marine Mammalogy is now LIVE. Please add us to any marine mammal groups on this platform. Marine mammal scientists- Tag and follow us where ever you are around the world! marinemammalscience.org #whale #dolphin #seal #polarbear #otter