Body size data collected non-invasively from drone images indicate a morphologically distinct Chilean blue whale (Balaenoptera musculus) taxon
The blue whale Balaenoptera musculus (Linnaeus, 1758) was the target of intense commercial whaling in the 20th century, and current populations remain drastically below pre-whaling abundances. Reducing uncertainty in subspecific taxonomy would enable targeted conservation strategies for the recovery...
Main Authors: | Leslie, MS, Perkins-Taylor, CM, Durban, JW, Moore, MJ, Miller, CA, Chanarat, P, Bahamonde, P, Chiang, G, Apprill, A |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Inter-Research
2020-11-01
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Series: | Endangered Species Research |
Online Access: | https://www.int-res.com/abstracts/esr/v43/p291-304/ |
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