Publication Citation

USGS Series Fact Sheet
Report Number 2008-3041
Title Pacific Walrus Response to Arctic Sea Ice Losses
Edition -
Language ENGLISH
Author(s) Jay, Chadwick V.; Fischbach, Anthony S.
Year 2008
Originating office USGS Alaska Science Center
USGS Library Call Number
Physical description 4 p.
ISBN
Northernmost latitude 0850000
Southernmost latitude 0550000
Easternmost longitude -1200000
Westernmost longitude 1300000

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Abstract

Sea ice plays an important role in the life of the Pacific walrus (Odobenus rosmarus divergens). U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) scientists are seeking to understand how losses of sea ice during summer over important foraging grounds in the Chukchi Sea will affect walruses. USGS scientists recently modified a remotely deployed satellite radio-tag that will aid in studying walrus foraging habitats and behaviors. Information from the tags will help USGS understand how walruses are responding to their changing environment.