Low-Frequency Sound and Marine Mammals: Current Knowledge and Research Needs

Low-Frequency Sound and Marine Mammals: Current Knowledge and Research Needs
ISBN-10
0309050251
ISBN-13
9780309050258
Category
Science
Pages
92
Language
English
Published
1994-02-01
Publisher
National Academies Press
Authors
National Research Council, Division on Earth and Life Studies, Commission on Geosciences

Description

This volume reviews the current state of knowledge regarding the effects of low-frequency sound on marine mammals and makes recommendations for research. In addition, the book describes current federal regulations prescribed under the Marine Mammal Protection Act that govern the taking of marine mammals by scientific research activities, and it recommends changes to expedite the regulatory process dealing with scientific research activities.

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