SeaColors Azores is a small high quality operation devoted to marine wildlife
We observe and treat the marine wildlife with respect, because we want to show this world our grandchildren too
We understand the importance of minimizing our impact on the ocean habitat that whales call their home
The ocean, such a huge part of our surroundings, yet in many ways a world of its own were distances and voids often generate associations to space. A world filled with taunting mysteries and fascinating creatures, were our search for answers are challenged by a multitude of obstacles.
Looking at the subject with the eyes of a researcher of marine biology, the topic is wuthering, jet simply irresistible. Pop almost any question and the answer is far from “written in stone”. We know very little even about our most abundant cetaceans. We have merely skimmed the surface, of this world so different from ours, but also part of ours.
For many years Sea Colors Expeditions has been building scientific basis on the study of marine species around the Azores. After collecting long term scientific data on the marine fauna, its behavior is characterized and prevailing conditions are specified. The data is then assessed in order for indications or trends to be reveled or supported and to evaluate set hypotheses. Geographic location and time, social behavior, paths, physiology, biometrics, body health assessments and foraging patterns are some of the data collected.
Reserach on sea
Scars and nicks are often present on the fins and flukes of an animal. By taking pictures of this area we can attain a Photo ID that aids us in recognizing a specific individual. By continuously collecting Photo IDs we find out more about abundance, group structure an distribution patterns. Our primary focuses are on Sperm whales, Commun bottlenose dolphins and Rissos dolphins, were many animals are resident or return repeatedly to the area.
We also create additional catalogues incluind Pilot whales and Baleen whales. Individuals from most of these species have huge living ranges and collaborations with other researchers on a regional and an international scale is needed to grasp the big picture. As a guest you are most welcome to participate in the collection of data and we will brief you up on the subject to whatever point you feel is of your interest.
Get In Touch
Marina Portas do Mar – Ponta Delgada
+351 918529795
SeaColorsAzores@gmail.com