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These Sea Lions Are Basically Scientists

2024/8/9
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How do you study unmapped areas of the ocean *and *identify critical habitat for an endangered species? You include the study animal in the scientific process! Researchers from the University of Adelaide fitted endangered Australian sea lions with cameras and tracking devices to better understand where they spent their time. The information could help scientists protect critical sea lion habitat and could give researchers a new tool for mapping the ocean. *Interested in more underwater science? Email us at [email protected]). *Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices)NPR Privacy Policy)