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Filtering by: Alternative title ssim Report no. 1666-4 Degree Name Bachelor of Science (B.S.) Peer Reviewed Yes

1. Skin Deep: An Assessment of New Zealand Blue Whale Skin Condition

Creator:: Barlow, Dawn R., Pepper, Acacia L., and Torres, Leigh G.
Abstract:: Skin condition assessment of wildlife can provide insight into individual and population health. Yet, logistics can limit skin condition assessment of large whales. We developed a standardized, quantitative protocol using photographs to assess skin condition of blue whales in New Zealand, and demonstrate the value gained by testing hypotheses, documenting...
Resource Type:: Article
Full Text:: , Newport, OR, USA 4 *dawn.barlow@oregonstate.edu 5 6 Abstract 7 Skin condition assessment of