Review of Stress and the Measurement of Stress in Marine Mammals
Abstract
Physiological indicators of stress in wild marine mammals, the interrelationships between different stress markers and assessment of the biological effects of stress can be used to estimate the impact of anthropogenic stressors on marine mammal populations. Currently, there are no large cross-sectional datasets of stress markers in free ranging marine mammal populations. Without these data there is no context with which to interpret the biological significance of variation in stress markers in individuals. The United States Navy, as part of its environmental stewardship, can utilize stress markers to assess the acute and chronic impacts that its actions might have on marine mammals. This approach would permit better mitigation of potential impacts and ensure that Navy activities do not come at a deleterious cost to marine mammal populations.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Sep 30, 2013
- Accession Number
- ADA598675
Entities
People
- Daniel E Crocker
- David Janz
- Dorian S. Houser
- John F. Cockrem
- Nick Kellar
Organizations
- National Marine Fisheries Service