Marine Mammals
Marine Mammals: A diverse group of aquatic mammals that inhabit the world's oceans and seas, including whales, dolphins, porpoises, seals, sea lions, walruses, manatees, and dugongs. These species are characterized by their adaptations to a semi-aquatic or fully aquatic lifestyle, such as streamlined bodies, specialized limbs for swimming, and the ability to maintain body temperature in cold water environments. As a subfield of Marine Biology, which falls under Life Science and Biology within the broader category of Science, the study of Marine Mammals encompasses their evolution, anatomy, physiology, behavior, ecology, and conservation. Research in this area contributes to our understanding of marine ecosystems and the impacts of human activities on these fascinating creatures and their habitats.
External Links
- [marinemammalscience.org] Home - Society for Marine Mammalogy
- [cgpfund.org] HOME | Coll Perske Memorial Fund for Marine Mammals
- [test.hmmc.org] HMMC Home | Hawai'i Marine Mammal Consortium
- [mmsc.org] Marine Mammal Stranding Center
- [mmc.gov] Home - Marine Mammal Commission
- [MarineMammalCare.org] Marine Mammal Care Center Los Angeles – Inspiring ocean conservation
- [MarineMammalResearch.org] Home - Marine Mammal Research Network
- [nmmf.org] Home - National Marine Mammal Foundation