The effects of climate change on harp seals (Pagophilus groenlandicus).

Harp seals (Pagophilus groenlandicus) have evolved life history strategies to exploit seasonal sea ice as a breeding platform. As such, individuals are prepared to deal with fluctuations in the quantity and quality of ice in their breeding areas. It remains unclear, however, how shifts in climate ma...

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Main Authors: David W Johnston, Matthew T Bowers, Ari S Friedlaender, David M Lavigne
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Public Library of Science (PLoS) 2012-01-01
Series:PLoS ONE
Online Access:http://europepmc.org/articles/PMC3251559?pdf=render