AIMM Portugal
for the conservation
of the marine environment
AIMM – Marine Environment Research Association, is a Portuguese environmental non-governmental and non-profit organisation dedicated to the research and conservation of marine species and ecosystems, especially of those inhabiting in the south coast of Portugal.
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Discover the latest news about the association’s initiatives and new publications, as well as relevant information about the marine environment.
Martins, M. P., M.Fernandez, A. Marçalo, N.Oliveira, and T. A.Marques. (2026). Seasonal and Interannual Variation of Common Dolphin, Delphinus delphis, Density in Portuguese Waters. Marine Mammal Science 42, no. 2: e70160. (2026). https://doi.org/10.1111/mms.70160 This study examined how different […]
I chose to come to AIMM as I was excited by the prospect of being able find out more about the wide range of cetaceans which can be found in the Algarve. I had a wonderful 2 weeks with AIMM and I particularly enjoyed the moment when a minke whale swam very close alongside our boat.
- Alice, UK - 2021
I decided to come to AIMM to gain knowledge and experience in this field. Also to learn the kind of things that you don't learn in the university.
- Alfredo, Spain - 2021
I decided to come here to AIMM to gain experience, to see what marine research would be like, because I want to be a biologist. It was really interesting for me to arrive here, because we did data collection, I saw of course many animals, what was awesome!
- Amicie, France - 2021
I came to AIMM because I'm really interested in conservation, looking out for animals, alongside as veterinary. And it really has been eye opening. Before coming here I've never seen a dolphin or a whale. Within 3 days of being here, I've seen a whale that has been caught inside a net, and it really shows you how real the problems are today.
- Emily, UK - 2021
Portugal wildlife
Discover the marine wildlife of Mainland Portugal!
Find out more about the marine megafauna in Portugal with the official AIMM Species Guide.
The Species Guide is a digital guide in English where you’ll find various information about the marine species that occur in mainland Portugal. You’ll find biological information, behavior, conservation status and much more!
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HEROES OF THE OCEANS!
Since the foundation of AIMM we had amazing contributions of our interns, volunteers, stakeholders, sponsors and partners. Without their support to the conservation of the oceans our work wouldn’t be possible. You can also support us and become a Hero of the Oceans!
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PROTECT THE OCEANS
We all know that 70% of our planet is water, but a lesser known fact is that these same oceans hold 96.5% of all water. Every creature within and around it contributes to its health — from the seagrass that gives it oxygen, to the cetaceans which balance the food chain. But we do also play an important role in the conservation of the oceans and marine environment.
Help us preserving our oceans by supporting our research efforts for the conservation of the marine environment. No one can put a price on the ocean value, so no matter how much you donate, any contribution will be used to cover our research, equipment acquisition and maintenance expenses. Become a Hero of the Oceans!
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