Excerpt from Movements, Site Fidelity, and Respiration Patterns of Bottlenose Dolphins on the Central Texas Coast
Figure 8. Approximate noon positions for dolphin fb518, 15 June 1992 - 13 September 1992, from radio tracking and sightings (two subsequent sightings on bold) Figure 9. Relative frequency histograms of dive durations during day (a) and night (b).
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Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book offers a fascinating glimpse into the lives of bottlenose dolphins in the central Texas coast. It presents the results of a comprehensive study, conducted in response to an unusual mass dolphin mortality event in 1992. The author meticulously details the methodologies used for radio-tracking and photographic monitoring of these intelligent creatures, unveiling intricate details of their movement patterns, social interactions, and feeding behaviors. The study provides valuable insights into dolphin range size, site fidelity, and diurnal activity levels. Through detailed analysis of surfacing intervals, the author reveals intriguing patterns of dolphin diving behavior, uncovering a notable difference in dive duration and surface time between day and night. The book delves deeper into the complex social dynamics of these animals, exploring the degree of association between individuals and analyzing group sizes and compositions across various habitats. This detailed analysis contributes significantly to our understanding of the social structures and interactions within bottlenose dolphin communities. The study sheds light on the potential impact of human activity on these coastal ecosystems, raising crucial questions about dolphin population dynamics and the long-term health of their habitats. The book ultimately underscores the importance of further research and conservation efforts to safeguard these remarkable creatures. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9780243279258_0
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