Movement and diving behavior of satellite-tagged male sperm whales in the Gulf of Alaska

Male sperm whales (Physeter macrocephalus) are known to interact with and depredate from commercial longline fishing vessels targeting sablefish (Anoplopoma fimbria) in the Gulf of Alaska (GOA). This study aims to better understand their movement patterns and diving behavior in this region, and in r...

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Main Authors: Lauren A. Wild, Franz J. Mueter, Jan M. Straley, Russ D. Andrews
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Frontiers Media S.A. 2024-09-01
Series:Frontiers in Marine Science
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Online Access:https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fmars.2024.1394687/full