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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Main Authors: Ana S. Aniceto, JoLynn Carroll, Michael J. Tetley, Cock van Oosterhout
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Elsevier 2016-07-01
Series:Oceanologia
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Online Access:http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0078323416000099