Distribution and migratory destinations of humpback whales off the Pacific coast of Central America during the boreal winters of 1996–2003
Distribution and migratory destinations of humpback whales off the Pacific coast of Central America during the boreal winters of 1996–2003
K. Rasmussen,J. Calambokidis,G. Steiger
2012 · DOI: 10.1111/J.1748-7692.2011.00529.X
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TLDR
The distribution, habitat use, and migratory destinations of North Pacific humpback whales wintering off Central America are examined, including the extensive distribution of animals, the higher proportion of calves, and the almost exclusive migration to a single feeding area contrast with observations in other regions.