Speaker: Robin W. Baird, Cascadia Research Collective
Topic: Science and management of an endangered species: false killer whales around the main Hawaiian Islands
Focused research beginning in 1999 revealed the existence of a small resident population of false killer whales around the main Hawaiian Islands, that was genetically differentiated from false killer whales elsewhere. As additional studies indicated high levels of persistent organic pollutants, evidence of fishery interactions, and a retrospective examination of sighting rates indicated a population decline, in 2009 NRDC petitioned NOAA Fisheries to list the population as endangered. A 2010 NOAA status review concluded the population was distinct and significant, and in 2012 this distinct population segment was listed as endangered. This presentation will explore the interactions between science and management for this endangered species.
Link: https://oregonstate.zoom.us/j/94555731151?pwd=RnJ6eVg0ODdzRUpVc0pQbUlIdUV3dz09
Dial-In Information
call +1-971-247-1195 US Meeting ID: 945 5573 1151
Thursday, January 28 at 3:30pm to 4:30pm
Hatfield Marine Science Center
2030 SE Marine Science Dr, Newport, OR 97365
Free
Cinamon Moffett
5418670126
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