Translation. Region: Russian Federal
Source: Save Nature Foundation
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Today we are happy to share some great news! The newspaper "Russian North" dedicated an entire article to it (HTTPS: //VVV.K.87.ru/ Yuka-i-Turism/165/20154) the work of a group of researchers from the Beringia National Park, conducting important cetacean research in the Senyavin Strait. Support from the Revival of Nature Charitable Foundation enabled the team of scientists to conduct successful observations thanks to specialized equipment provided by our Foundation: a motorboat, cameras with long lenses, quadcopters, and waterproof cases.
The article's main focus is Olga Titova, a senior researcher at Beringia National Park. She provided readers with a detailed account of the importance of regularly measuring the size and health of cetaceans living in the Senyavin Strait. Using modern technology, Olga and her colleagues continue to study the health of large marine creatures using non-invasive methods, such as drone imaging, while avoiding disturbance to the animals.
"The remote whale measurement method used at Beringia is based on the experience of our international colleagues. For example, in Hawaii, scientists have long since learned to determine not only the width and length of whales from drone photographs, but also their volume and blubber thickness. We're currently trying to do the same in the Senyavin Strait," the specialist says.
Thanks to financial support from the Revival of Nature Charitable Foundation, scientists were able to equip themselves with modern tools, such as:
Camera with built-in GPS module Special long-focus lens Marine radios Waterproof cases Satellite communications
This approach ensures accurate measurement of whales' sizes and assessment of their physical condition without causing stress to the animals themselves.
Cetacean research plays a key role in preserving Arctic marine ecosystems. The data obtained led to the publication of an international cetacean catalog, which allows scientists to identify each individual by their individual characteristics, helping to track the animals' movements and physical condition.
We are pleased to have the opportunity to support such an important cause and sincerely thank the team of researchers from Beringia National Park for their professionalism and dedication.
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