I was out on the water twice today. I leave Mikura Island tomorrow for Miyake and then Tokyo and Mie. While data collection is completed for this summer, my responsibilities in Japan are not over yet. My research gear has been sent to Mie University. This is a preliminary summary of my effort expended this summer observing dolphins around Mikura Island.
Many animals are inquisitive by nature.
Umi no Hi' which translates to Marine Day. Japan is th eonly country that I know of to have a holiday to celebrate the ocean. The packing never seems to end when preparing for the field season. Miyake was evacuated in late August, 2001. An early morning departure with a visit to customs before checking in.