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Movement and dive behavior of beluga whales in Cook Inlet, Alaska
Cook Inlet beluga whale movement and diving behavior from 1999-2003.
Aerial Surveys of Belugas in Cook Inlet, Alaska 2005-2012
Photographic aerial surveys of belugas whales (Delphinapterus leucas) in Cook Inlet, Alaska, from 2005 through 2012.
Belugas Count! 2023 Poster Design Contest Winner Announced
Contest fosters local pride, awareness, and stewardship of endangered Cook Inlet beluga whales
Age and Growth Analyses for the Endangered Belugas in Cook Inlet, Alaska
Daniel J. Vos, Kim E. W. Shelden, Nancy A. Friday, and Barbara A. Mahoney researched and combined beluga age estimates, from the teeth of hunted and stranded belugas during the period 1992–2001, with additional teeth collected up to June 2015.
Acoustic Differentiation and Classification of Wild Belugas and Narwhals Using Echolocation Clicks
This study marks the first acoustic comparison between wild belugas and narwhals from the same location and provides strong support for the use of echolocation in PAM efforts to differentiate belugas and narwhals acoustically.
Endangered Beluga Whales in Cook Inlet Rivers and Streams
By following these guidelines, you can promote beluga recovery and prevent their displacement from this critical habitat.
Using Artificial Intelligence To Identify Endangered Beluga Whales
Scientists partnered with tech industry experts to develop the first machine learning application for acoustic monitoring of Alaskan beluga whales.
2022 Belugas Count!: NOAA Fisheries and Partners Invite Public to Help Count Cook Inlet Beluga Whales
After a 2-year pause, NOAA Fisheries and our partners are excited to announce the return of the Annual Belugas Count! event — Saturday, September 17, in the greater Anchorage area.
Satellite Maps of Tagged Alaskan Beluga Stocks
Maps of satellite tagged Eastern Chukchi, Eastern Bering Sea and Bristol Bay beluga whales 1998-2017.
Cook Inlet Beluga Whale Research Publications
Research on Cook Inlet beluga whales from 1999 - 2014, including distributional information, tissue sample analysis, a status review and extinction estimate, and literature reviews.
The Genetic Ecology and Population Origins of the Beluga Whales of Yakutat Bay
Research on beluga whale (Delphinapterus leucas) ecology and population in Yakutat Bay, Alaska.
Developing a Calving Rate Index for Beluga Whales in Cook Inlet, Alaska
A study, conducted during the 2003 aerial survey of Cook Inlet belugas (Delphinapterus leucas), developed a method to estimate the portion of calves in the population. Beluga calves were identified by their small relative size and dark gray coloring.
The Status of Beluga Whales in Cook Inlet, Alaska, and Surrounding Waters: Part II
Preface to Part II of this Alaska beluga whale (Delphinapterus leucas) study.
Cook Inlet Beluga Whale Brochure
Protecting and recovering marine species is a core mission for NOAA Fisheries. As part of a “Species in the Spotlight” initiative, NOAA Fisheries has developed a 5-year action plan for Alaska’s Cook Inlet beluga whales.
