Dylan Smyth, MSc Student
Cetacean Conservation Program Associate
Dylan is an aquatic sciences technician with a focus on marine mammal ecology and conservation. After graduating in 2015 with a Bachelor of Science, Dylan spent several years working on various projects involving juvenile salmon survival before switching gears to marine mammals. He loves being on the water, playing with boats, drones, and various other scientific toys. His keen interest, and ear, for marine mammal acoustics has given him the privilege of working with a variety of organizations such as OrcaLab, Ocean Wise, and DFO.
After nearly 10 years of field work up and down British Columbia’s coastline, Dylan is now returning to school to pursue a Masters degree with the University of the Algarve in Portugal. Working closely in collaboration with Raincoast and Simon Fraser University, his research will investigate the effects of anthropogenic noise on southern resident killer whale call type selection.
Recent articles
Marsh restoration projects in the Lower Fraser River; Shaughnessy Street Park
The Fraser River estuary should be a thriving ecosystem for…
Unlocking large-scale killer whale analysis
Understanding how machine learning is profoundly transforming research efficiency and…
The BC government is seeking its second five-year approval to continue killing wolves
Help us tell the government to stop scapegoating wolves and…
BC seeks another five years of wolf killing: Our technical feedback
Raincoast’s submission draws on expertise in large carnivore ecology, animal…
How harvesting immature Chinook salmon can shrink size and reduce future returns
New research highlights the problems of modern fisheries.
Sea-to-soil expeditions throughout the Salish Sea
As we set sail on our next Land Healing Stewards…
Raincoast’s feedback on Getting Major Projects Built in Canada
The government’s proposed dismantling of a key clause has significant…
A meaningful excuse to plan a party: Peer-to-peer fundraising!
Ways to involve family and friends in supporting Raincoast.