Structure and Dynamics of Humpback Whales Competitive Groups in Ecuador
We assessed the social structure and behavior of humpback whale (Megaptera novaeangliae) competitive groups off Ecuador between July and August 2010. During this time we followed 185 whales in 22 competitive groups for 41.45 hr. The average group size was 8.4 animals (SD = 2.85). The average sightin...
Main Authors: | Fernando Félix, Johana Novillo |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Animal Behavior and Cognition
2015-02-01
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Series: | Animal Behavior and Cognition |
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Online Access: | http://www.animalbehaviorandcognition.org/uploads/journals/5/05.Felix_Novillo_FINAL.pdf |
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