Measuring body condition of humpback whales using unmanned aerial vehicles

Christiansen, F., Dujon, A., Sprogis, K., Arnould, J.P.Y. and Bejder, L. (2016) Measuring body condition of humpback whales using unmanned aerial vehicles. 2016 Research Findings: Bulletin 6.17Wildlife Biology & Conservation .

Abstract

An animal’s body condition will affect its survival and reproductive success, which in turn influences population dynamics. Despite its importance, relatively little is known about the body condition of large whales and its relationship to reproduction.

Item Type:	Others
Murdoch Affiliation:	School of Veterinary and Life Sciences
Publisher:	School of Veterinary & Life Sciences, Murdoch University
URI:	http://researchrepository.murdoch.edu.au/id/eprint/36739

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