Have You Seen Our U.F.O? ( Unidentified Floating Object )

TheSouth Porpoise Project has placed 5 submarine hydrophones (PODS) in the Channel to help us understand more about the movements and numbers of Harbour porpoise around our coasts. All the PODS are identified by floats labelled “Scientific Equipment - 01639 710239”.

The PODS are passive detectors. They are weighted to the sea bed and record the ultrasound clicks of passing porpoise. The PODS are battery powered and will be serviced monthly during our twelve month study period. They do not affect or disturb sealife.

The PODS are spread in a rough line from Kenfig round to Carmarthen Bay (see map). If you see one, please leave it where it is.

Would you like to help us? We are always interested to hear about any porpoise you encounter whilst at sea. Your observations are of immense value to us.

If we’ve placed a POD on a patch of water you regularly visit, you could also help us by letting us know if it wanders off (exact GPS co-ordinates of PODS on request).

The South Wales Porpoise Project is a joint effort between the Marine Mammals Project, LocalAuthorities, CCW and others. Tofind out more about us or tell us what you’ve seen, contact Rob Colley on 01639- 710239. Alternatively, visit our website:www.gmmp.org.uk or email [email protected].

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