Welcome to the European Cetacean Society!

The European Cetacean Society (ECS) was established in January 1987 and aims to promote and advance the scientific studies and conservation efforts of marine mammals and to gather and disseminate information about them to members of the Society and the public at large. The ECS is coordinated by a Council of 11 members and each year organizes an Annual Conference in a European country.

In most countries in Europe the ECS is represented by a National Contact Person. ECS membership fluctuates between 350-550 persons from more than 25 European countries and several countries outside Europe (total 25-42 countries). Students make up between 35 - 50% of the membership. The Society is financed through the annual membership subscription. 

SAVE THE DATE

Dear ECS followers and friends,

 

As announced at last year’s conference, we are excited to confirm that the 36^th annual European Cetacean Society Conference will take place in the beautiful city of Ponta Delgada, in the Azores (Portugal) from the 12^th to 16^th of May 2025!

Save the dates for this special event:

 

• Workshops: 12 and 13^th May 2025
• Main conference: 14, 15 and 16^th May 2025

 

Further details about abstract submissions, registration, and key deadlines will be shared in due course. Until then, start preparing your amazing work to present in this unique island setting, surrounded by the natural beauty of the Azores.

 

We can’t wait to welcome you to

Ponta Delgada! Stay tuned for more updates!