Dr Emily Hague, marine mammal scientist at UHI Shetland, said: \u201cThrough building a better understanding Shetland\u2019s past, we will gain context to the marine life we see around Shetland today. Were there always killer whales and humpback whales around?<\/p>\n
\u201cHave neesiks changed the bays where they gather in large groups? Are there any Shaetlan terms for these species that are no longer used?<\/p>\n
\u201cThese are all questions we hope this project might shed some light on.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe would be keen to hear from anyone that has a memory to share, all information big or small will contribute to our wider understanding.<\/p>\n
\u201cWhether it be that you remember commonly spotting certain species whilst walking your dog or hauling your creels, or that you remember a stranding or unusual sighting, we\u2019d love to hear from you\u201d.<\/p>\n
Anyone interested in participating is asked to get in touch with the research team either by emailing marineplan.shetland@uhi.ac.uk or visiting the project website<\/a>.<\/p>\n The project is being supported by the Scottish Marine Environmental Enhancement Fund, as well as the Scottish Government\u2019s Nature Restoration Fund, the Shetland Community Benefit Fund and the EU Horizon Ocean Mission funded BLUE CONNECT project.<\/p>\n Shetland News is asking its readers to consider paying for membership to get additional perks:<\/p>\n Removal of third-party ads; If you appreciate what we do and feel strongly about impartial local journalism, then please become a member of Shetland News by either making a single payment, or setting up a monthly, quarterly or yearly subscription.<\/p>\n
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