Potential Effects of LFS on Mysticete Whales: An Analysis of Bioacoustic Signals from IUSS Under Normal and Conditions of Human-made Acoustic Activity.

Abstract

The objective of this research was to describe seasonal variations in acoustic signals, distributions, and movements for blue, finback, and minke whales in the north Atlantic using data from LANTIUSS facilities. Data on seasonal occurrence of humpback whales were also analyzed. Such data provides an essential baseline for assessing impacts of man-made low-frequency sound (LFS) on whales, and for evaluating Navy compliance with marine mammal protection regulations.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jun 25, 1997
Accession Number
ADA327168

Entities

People

  • Christopher W Clark

Organizations

  • Cornell University

Tags

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Acoustic Signals
  • Frequency
  • Mammals
  • Marine Mammals
  • Regulations
  • Seasonal Variations

Fields of Study

  • Environmental science

Readers

  • Acoustics.
  • Marine Mammal Biology