Beaked Whale Necropsy Findings for Strandings in the Bahamas, Puerto Rico, and Madeira, 1999-2002

Abstract

Necropsy and histologic findings for examinations performed on beaked whales stranding between October, 1999 and June, 2002 are summarized and the findings interpreted. They are presented in chronological order of exams and comprise strandings from the following areas: I. Puerto Rican collections from Virgin Islands and Puerto Rican waters, 1999-2000. II. Northern Bahamas. III. Madeira. IV. Puerto Rico coastal, 2002.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Nov 01, 2005
Accession Number
ADA444535

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  • Darlene R. Ketten

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  • Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution

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  • Bone Fractures
  • Cerebrovascular Disorders
  • Ear
  • Ear Diseases
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  • Medical Personnel
  • Skull
  • X-Ray Computed Tomography

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