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BUEI ‘Kids Hour Saturday’ To Feature Octopus

BUEI ‘Kids Hour Saturday’ To Feature Octopus

The Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute [BUEI] revealed that the topic for the last Kids Hour Saturday of the year, taking place on September 16th, will feature Octopus. A spokesperson said, “‘Kids Hours Saturdays’ takes place every third Saturday of the month at 11am and 2pm respectively. [January – September] Each hour features the... Read more of this article

BAMZ Welcomes Three New Small Clawed Otters

BAMZ Welcomes Three New Small Clawed Otters

The Bermuda Aquarium, Museum & Zoo [BAMZ] has announced the birth of three Asian small-clawed otters. A post on Facebook said, “The BAMZ is happy to announce the birth of three Asian small-clawed otters. Proud parents Raakshas and Zucchini gave birth to two boys and one girl recently. They will be on and off exhibit as they attend to their... Read more of this article

Skyport Introduces Wildlife Control Measure

Skyport Introduces Wildlife Control Measure

Skyport has introduced an “advanced wildlife control measure” at the airport which “aims to mitigate bird-related safety hazards during critical flight operations such as landing and take-off.” A spokesperson said, “Skyport Facilities and Asset Management is delighted to announce the introduction of an advanced wildlife control... Read more of this article

BAMZ Opens ‘A Tale Of Two Islands’ Exhibit

BAMZ Opens ‘A Tale Of Two Islands’ Exhibit

“I’m delighted that Dr. Ian Walker and the Bermuda Aquarium, Museum and Zoo [BAMZ] team working alongside the Bermuda Zoological Society [BZS], have created these exhibits to showcase the great stories behind some of Bermuda’s conservation projects and the people who have devoted so much time and energy to making them happen”, said Deputy Premier... Read more of this article

SPCA: Rescued Dog ‘Xena’ Finds New Home

SPCA: Rescued Dog ‘Xena’ Finds New Home

The Bermuda Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals [SPCA] has announced that rescue dog Xena has “finally found her forever home.” The Bermuda SPCA posted the video below online, saying, “We are thrilled to announce that Xena has finally found her forever home! Thanks to the hard work, dedication, and love from our team [and... Read more of this article

Partnership To Help Enhance Bluebird Population

Partnership To Help Enhance Bluebird Population

“We are thrilled to partner with Mr. Jaavaid Warren-Smith to create a more sustainable future for our bluebird population,” said Minister of Public Works Lt/Col David Burch of an initiative to preserve endangered species and biodiversity in our parks. A Government spokesperson said, “The Department of Parks announces its partnership with... Read more of this article

CNN: “3,000 Snails Travel 3,000 Miles”

CNN: “3,000 Snails Travel 3,000 Miles”

CNN has highlighted an effort to preserve the Lesser Bermuda land snail in an article entitled “3,000 snails travel 3,000 miles in an effort to save a species.” The CNN website said, “Last month a wooden crate containing 1,000 adult snails and 2,000 juveniles embarked on a 3,000-mile journey from a zoo in the north of England to Bermuda. “The... Read more of this article

June 17: BUEI Kids Hour To Feature Sea Turtles

June 17: BUEI Kids Hour To Feature Sea Turtles

The Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute [BUEI] iannounced that the topic for this month’s ‘Kids Hour Saturdays’ is Sea Turtles. A spokesperson said, “On Saturday, June 17th, at both 11am and 2pm, ‘Kids Hour’ will screen an episode of the TV series ‘Ocean Vet’ all about Bermuda’s Green Sea Turtles. This will be followed by... Read more of this article

Race Horse Johnny Barnes Dies Aged 11

Race Horse Johnny Barnes Dies Aged 11

[Written by Stephen Wright] Johnny Barnes, the Bermuda Racing-owned thoroughbred, who enjoyed a successful four-year racing career, has died aged 11. Named after the island’s legendary well-wisher, who died aged 93 in 2016, the four-legged Johnny Barnes was the first horse purchased by Bermuda Racing for €310,000 [about $415,000] in December 2013. Trained... Read more of this article

BUEI ‘Kids Hour Saturdays’ To Feature Manatees

BUEI ‘Kids Hour Saturdays’ To Feature Manatees

The Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute [BUEI] announced the topic for this month’s ‘Kids Hour Saturdays’ is Manatees. A spokesperson said, “Kids Hours Saturdays’ takes place every third Saturday of the month at 11am and 2pm respectively. Each hour will feature the screening of two short films followed by a book reading for children ages... Read more of this article

May 17: BZS To Hold Free Lecture On Seahorses

May 17: BZS To Hold Free Lecture On Seahorses

The Bermuda Zoological Society [BZS] will be holding a free virtual lecture series on Bermuda’s seahorses on Wednesday, May 17th. Presenters include Kate Cooper & Jessica Kehrli, BAMZ Aquarists, and Jessica Young, Edward Dawson and Deanna Friesen from Warwick Academy. The lecture will “provide update on Bermuda’s seahorse population... Read more of this article

‘Effective Conservation Of Sea Turtle Species’

‘Effective Conservation Of Sea Turtle Species’

The Sargasso Sea Commission and Inter-American Sea Turtle Convention signed an MOU aimed at “more effective conservation of sea turtle species and the habitats that they utilize.” A spokesperson said, “During the Inter-American Sea Turtle Convention [IAC] 16th Consultative Committee of Experts Meeting, Dr. David Freestone, Executive... Read more of this article

No Dog Walking At Gardens During Ag Show

No Dog Walking At Gardens During Ag Show

The Department of Parks is “informing the public that due to the Ag Show, dog walking will be prohibited at the Botanical Gardens from April 27th to 29th.” A Government spokesperson said, “The public should also advised that the due to the event, the Department of Parks will be closed during this period. The Department thanks the public... Read more of this article

‘The Ocean They Inhabit’ Exhibit Opens In May

‘The Ocean They Inhabit’ Exhibit Opens In May

On May 19, the Bermuda National Gallery will open The Ocean They Inhabit: Photographs by Andrew Stevenson. A spokesperson said, ” The exhibition, which is sponsored by Butterfield, presents a series of underwater photographs and a short film by internationally renowned Bermuda-based marine researcher, photographer and filmmaker Andrew Stevenson... Read more of this article

BZS & CBA Work On STEM Signature Learning

BZS & CBA Work On STEM Signature Learning

Over the past academic year, the Bermuda Zoological Society [BZS] has been working closely with CedarBridge Academy [CBA] and the Ministry of Education to introduce students to concepts in STEM [Science, Technology, Engineering & Math] in support of the new Signature Learning Reform. A spokesperson said, “This new vision for education, currently... Read more of this article

Video: Rescued Seal Released Back Into Ocean

Video: Rescued Seal Released Back Into Ocean

After arriving in the United States for rehabilitation at Mystic Aquarium, the seal rescued in Bermuda last February has been released into the ocean. The seal was discovered on Clearwater Beach this past February and was later named Northlands by Ruby Dill – who originally discovered the animal in distress – after her granddaughter’s... Read more of this article