Blowing in the Wind: Using a Consumer Drone for the Collection of Humpback Whale (<em>Megaptera novaeangliae</em>) Blow Samples during the Arctic Polar Nights

Blowing in the Wind: Using a Consumer Drone for the Collection of Humpback Whale (<em>Megaptera novaeangliae</em>) Blow Samples during the Arctic Polar Nights

Analysis of cetacean blow offers a unique potential for non-invasive assessments of their health. In recent years, the use of uncrewed aerial vehicles (UAVs) has revolutionized the way these samples are collected. However, the high cost and expertise associated with purpose-built waterproof UAVs, pa...

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Main Authors: Helena Costa, Andrew Rogan, Christopher Zadra, Oddbjørn Larsen, Audun H. Rikardsen, Courtney Waugh
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2022-12-01
Series:Drones
Subjects:
exhaled breath
humpback whale
UAV
arctic
Norway
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2504-446X/7/1/15

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