Abstract sources, exposure criteria are given in frequencyweighted sound exposure level
(SEL, given in This article evaluates Southall et al.(2007) in light units relative to 1 μPa2-s or …

Underwater noise, whether of natural or anthropogenic origin, has the ability to interfere with
the way in which marine mammals receive acoustic signals (ie, for communication, social …

Marine dredging is an excavation activity carried out worldwide by many industries. Concern
about the impact dredging has on marine life, including marine mammals (cetaceans …

Auditory sensitivity in pinnipeds is influenced by the need to balance efficient sound
detection in two vastly different physical environments. Previous comparisons between …

This document reviews the history, development, and use of auditory weighting functions for
noise impact assessment in humans and marine mammals. Advances from the modern era …

Auditory evoked potentials (AEPs) have become popular for estimating hearing thresholds
and audiograms. What is the utility of these measurements? How do AEP audiograms …

While hearing is the primary sensory modality for odontocetes, there are few data
addressing variation within a natural population. This work describes the hearing ranges (4 …

Simple Summary Marine mammal welfare research of professionally managed species has
primarily focused on enrichment, habitat usage, and activity, as well as the impacts of human …

Spotted seals (Phoca largha) inhabit Arctic regions that are facing both rapid climate change
and increasing industrialization. While little is known about their sensory capabilities …

Acoustic deterrent devices (ADDs) are used to deter seals from aquacultures but exposure
of harbour porpoises (Phocoena phocoena) occurs as a side-effect. At construction sites, by …