Fine-scale Focal Dtag Behavioral Study in the Gulf of Maine
Abstract
The long-term goal of this project is to provide technical support to Dr. Susan E. Parks from the Pennsylvania State University in order to obtain crucial baseline data on the normal diel activity budgets of endangered baleen whale species including time spent at the surface, residency time and rate of horizontal travel, and rates of sound production. These data can be used to assess both visual and passive acoustic detectability to aid in their detection to protect them from vessel collisions and harmful exposures to man-made sounds. These behavioral data is necessary to interpret any potential disturbance responses to human activities.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jan 01, 2009
- Accession Number
- ADA531243
Entities
People
- Alessandro Bocconcelli
Organizations
- Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution