Summer distribution of the Mediterranean sperm whale: insights from the acoustic Accobams survey initiative
The Mediterranean sperm whale population, Physeter macrocephalus, is listed as endangered due to population decline caused by human activities. To mitigate the impact of these activities, accurate knowledge of their distribution and abundance is crucial. During their long dives, sperm whales are not...
Main Authors: | Clara Lerebourg, Oliver Boisseau, Vincent Ridoux, Auriane Virgili |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Frontiers Media S.A.
2023-10-01
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Series: | Frontiers in Marine Science |
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Online Access: | https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fmars.2023.1229682/full |
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