Name: West Coast Cetacean Distribution and Abundance Survey on the Algoa Voyage 211, October 2014
License: https://repository.saeon.ac.za/index.php/s/PzfgExZEQ3ysGKK

DOI: 10.15493/dea.mims.26052228

Title	West Coast Cetacean Distribution and Abundance Survey on the Algoa Voyage 211, October 2014
Authors	Mduduzi Seakamela Oceans and Coastal Research, Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment (DFFE)
Publisher	Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment (2022)
Contributors	Contact Person: Mduduzi Seakamela Oceans and Coastal Research, Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment (DFFE), email: smseakamela@dffe.gov.za
Abstract	The West Coast Cetacean Distribution and Abundance Survey was conducted on the Algoa Voyage 211, 28 October to 10 November 2014. The cruise operated on the shelf and slope regions off the West Coast of South Africa, between Dassen Island and Groenriviermond. The major objective of this cruise was to survey the abundance and distribution of cetaceans, in particular humpback whales, within the study area on the west coast. This objective, along with the research aims and proposed methodologies, are consistent with internationally accepted protocols. This work provided hands-on experience with logistical and technical cetacean specific problems associated with dedicated cetacean cruises. This work was a collaboration with the Mammal Research Institute, University of Pretoria, and the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry.
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Temporal extent	28 Oct 2014 – 10 Nov 2014
Geographic extent	North: -30.82 South: -33.6 West: 17.05 East: 18.32
Keywords	abundance, Algoa, Algoa 211, behaviour, cruise report, feeding, genetic relatedness, Humpback Whales, migration, sailing orders, stock identification

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