Author : National Research Council,Division on Earth and Life Studies,Commission on Geosciences, Environment and Resources,Committee on Low-Frequency Sound and Marine Mammals
Publisher : National Academies Press
Page : 92 pages
File Size : 44,8 Mb
Release : 1994-01-01
Category : Science
ISBN : 0309074770
Low-Frequency Sound and Marine Mammals by National Research Council,Division on Earth and Life Studies,Commission on Geosciences, Environment and Resources,Committee on Low-Frequency Sound and Marine Mammals Pdf
This volume reviews the current state of knowledge regarding the effects of low-frequency sound on marine mammals and makes recommendations for research. In addition, the book describes current federal regulations prescribed under the Marine Mammal Protection Act that govern the taking of marine mammals by scientific research activities, and it recommends changes to expedite the regulatory process dealing with scientific research activities.