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Our Program

The symposium will include oral presentations, poster sessions, and interactive workshops. Participants will discuss the latest research on killer whales, their prey, social behaviors, conservation, and environmental factors.

Timetables are approximate. For more information, please contact us

(You can also attend the plenary sessions of the Symposium online)

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Orca Health with a focus on Strandings and Rescue Strategies

House of Culture C/ Amor de Dios, Tarifa, Cádiz, Spain

Orca Health with a focus on Strandings and Rescue Strategies February 16 You have to consult with the event organizer: Hosted by: Manuel Arbelo, Antonio Fernández, Carolina Fernández-Maldonado (seashore.ef@gmail.com ), […]

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North Atlantic Orcas

House of Culture C/ Amor de Dios, Tarifa, Cádiz, Spain

North Atlantic Orcas February 17 @ 9:00 am - February 21 @ 6:00 pm Hosted by Fernando Ugarte and Filipa Samarra, this workshop is meant primarily for scientists already working […]

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Orcas in captivity

House of Culture C/ Amor de Dios, Tarifa, Cádiz, Spain

Orcas in captivity February 18 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Hosted by Dr Ingrid N. Visser, this workshop explores keeping orca in captivity.  We hear from those inside the […]

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Exhibition and presentation of informative posters

Old Prison of Tarifa C/ Coronel Moscardó, 2, Tarifa, Cádiz, Spain

Exhibition and presentation of informative posters February 17 @ 8:00 am - 1:00 pm For the exhibition and presentation of informative posters, the Paseo de la Alameda is the chosen […]

Photo-identification 50 years later: Where we are and where we are going

House of Culture C/ Amor de Dios, Tarifa, Cádiz, Spain

Photo-identification 50 years later: Where we are and where we are going February 22 Facilitator: Jared Towers ( jrtowers@gmail.com) Co-facilitator: Eve Jourdain (evejourdain@yahoo.fr) Photo-identification has been used for research of killer […]

Acoustics

House of Culture C/ Amor de Dios, Tarifa, Cádiz, Spain

Acoustics February 20 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm This workshop, organized by Filipa Samarra, Chérine Baumgartner and Olga Filatova, will aim to review the global state of knowledge of […]

Genetics

House of Culture C/ Amor de Dios, Tarifa, Cádiz, Spain

Genetics February 20 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm At the time of the last orca symposium, the decade-long first human genome project was not yet complete. Killer whales were […]

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Unveiling the Lives of Orcas: Understanding the Ocean’s Top Predators

Paseo Alameda Paseo de la Alameda, 9003, 11380 Tarifa, Cádiz, Tarifa, Cádiz, Spain

Unveiling the Lives of Orcas: Understanding the Ocean’s Top Predators February 19 @ 8:00 am - 6:00 pm In this engaging presentation, we delve into the fascinating world of orcas, […]

16 February 2025

Sunday

 

REGISTRATION:

10:00 – 13:00

14:00 – 18:00

POSTER HANGING:

14:00 – 17:00

ICEBREAKER:

18:00 – 21:00

WORKSHOP ON HEALTH

09:00 – 17:00

17 February 2025

Monday

OPENING PLENARY & INVITED TALK

09:00 – 10:00

TALKS: ACOUSTICS

10:00 – 11:00

TALKS: POPULATION STRUCTURE

11:30 – 13:00

WORKSHOP ON NORTH ATLANTIC

14:00 – 19:00

WORKSHOP ON CAPTIVITY

14:00 – 19:00

POSTER SESSION

19:00 – 21:00

18 February 2025

Tuesday

TALKS: HEALTH

09:00 – 10:40

TALKS: FEEDING

10:40 – 11:00

TALKS: FEEDING

11:30 – 13:00

WORKSHOPS ON PHOTO-ID & TAGGING (NO SIMULTANEOUS SESSIONS – DETAILS SOON)

14:00 – 19:00

POSTER SESSION

19:00 – 21:00

19 February 2025

Wednesday

WORKSHOPS ON PHOTO-ID & TAGGING (NO SIMULTANEOUS SESSIONS – DETAILS SOON)

09:00 – 11:00

TALKS: FEEDING

11:30 – 12:00

TALKS: DISTRIBUTION & ABUNDANCE

12:00 – 13:00

POSTER SESSION

14:00 – 16:00

WORKSHOP ON ACOUSTICS

16:00 – 20:00

PUBLIC LECTURE

20:00 – 21:00

20 February – Symposium Day 4

Thursday

TALKS: HUMAN INTERACTIONS

09:00 – 11:00

WORKSHOP ON HUMAN INTERACTIONS

11:30 – 13:00

 

14:00 – 17:00

WORKSHOP ON GENETICS

17:00 – 21:00

21 February – Symposium Day 5

Friday

TALKS: HUMAN INTERACTIONS

09:00 – 10:20

TALKS: DEMOGRAPHY

10:20 – 11:00

TALKS: BEHAVIOUR

11:30 – 13:00

WORKSHOP REPORTS & DISCUSSION

14:00 – 16:00

CLOSING ADDRESS & DISCUSSION

16:00 – 17:00

VIDEO SESSION

17:00 – 19:00

CLOSING EVENT AND PARTY

19:00 ONWARDS

Topics

  • Orcas and their ecology.
  • Orcas social behaviors and communication.
  • Conservation measures and challenges of orcas.
  • Environmental concerns related to orcas.
  • Educational programs and outreach initiatives for orcas.

Presentation Formats

  • Posters: Unlimited poster presentations, with no cap on the number of posters a participant can bring.
  • Oral Presentations: There is also no limit for oral presentaions

Planned Activities

Plenary lectures

The conference will open with keynote speeches by experts in cetology, covering the latest discoveries in orca evolution, behavior, and conservation strategies.

Interactive Workshops

Hands-on sessions will explore ocean research techniques, responsible tourism, and ethical debates on marine conservation.

Art Exhibition

A visual tribute to the Strait of Gibraltar, showcasing photographs of orcas, will inspire reflection on conservation efforts.

Recreational and Cultural Activities

Guided tours, wildlife sea excursions, and informal gatherings will enhance participants experience and appreciation for orcas.

Oral presentations

Researchers will present recent projects, including field research and doctoral theses, reflecting the latest scientific developments related to orcas.

Scientific Poster Exhibition

Afternoons will feature student-produced posters, offering spaces for intellectual exchange as authors present their findings.

Audiovisual Screenings

Documentaries and case studies will offer insights into the underwater world of orcas, amplifying their presence.

Conclusions and Commitments

The congress will conclude with a plenary session summarizing the discussions and outlining future action plans for orca protection.