EPISODE · Feb 5, 2025 · 5 MIN
Can BC improve the rate of killer whale births?
from Mornings with Simi · host Curiouscast
A new study introduces a non-invasive method to detect early-stage pregnancy in killer whales using drone images. This breakthrough helps researchers better understand miscarriage rates and overall population health while enabling conservationists to take action—such as increasing food sources or reducing vessel disturbances—to improve calf survival rates. Guest: Brittany Visona-Kelly - Senior Manager of the Ocean Wise Whale Health and Monitoring Program Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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A new study introduces a non-invasive method to detect early-stage pregnancy in killer whales using drone images. This breakthrough helps researchers better understand miscarriage rates and overall population health while enabling conservationists to take action—such as increasing food sources or reducing vessel disturbances—to improve calf survival rates. Guest: Brittany Visona-Kelly - Senior Manager of the Ocean Wise Whale Health and Monitoring Program Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Can BC improve the rate of killer whale births?
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