Small cetaceans (dolphins, porpoises, and small toothed whales) occur from the poles to the
tropics, and from freshwater habitats to the open ocean. Most ecological research has …

Group‐hunting is ubiquitous across animal taxa and has received considerable attention in
the context of its functions. By contrast much less is known about the mechanisms by which …

Monitoring marine mammals is of broad interest to governments and individuals around the
globe. Very high-resolution (VHR) satellites hold the promise of reaching remote and …

Cetaceans represent an evolutionary peak in terms of their cognitive capacities, complex
communication systems and their structured, multilevel societies. However, the difficulty of …

Advancements in space-based ocean observation and computational data processing
techniques have demonstrated transformative value for managing living resources …

Abstract Thinking flexibly is a skill that enables animals to adapt to changing environments,
which enhances survival. Killer whales, Orcinus orca, as the ocean apex predator display a …

Simple Summary Creative or novel behaviors in bottlenose dolphins (Tursiops truncatus)
can be indicators of flexible thinking and problem solving. Twelve bottlenose dolphins (five …

The use of very high-resolution (VHR) optical satellites is gaining momentum in the field of
wildlife monitoring, particularly for whales, as this technology is showing potential for …

Although many medium-to-large terrestrial vertebrates are still counted by ground or aerial
surveys, remote-sensing technologies and image analysis have developed rapidly in recent …

Monitoring body length and body condition of individuals helps determine overall population
health and assess adaptation to environmental changes. Aerial photogrammetry from drone …