Position, swimming direction and group size of fin whales (Balaenoptera physalus) in the presence of a fast-ferry in the Bay of Biscay
We analyze group size, swimming direction and the orientation of fin whales relative to a fast ferry in the Bay of Biscay. Fin whale groups (≥3 individuals) were on average closer to the vessel than single individuals and pairs (F1,114 = 4.94, p = 0.028) and were more often observed within a high-ri...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Elsevier
2016-07-01
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Series: | Oceanologia |
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Online Access: | http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0078323416000099 |