Pacific Walrus Response to Arctic Sea Ice Losses
Fact Sheet
2008-3041
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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.
Suggested Citation
Jay, C.V., and Fischbach, A.S., 2008, Pacific Walrus Response to Arctic Sea Ice Losses: U.S. Geological Survey Fact Sheet 2008-3041, 4 p., https://doi.org/10.3133/fs20083041.
ISSN: 2327-6932 (online)
Study Area
| Publication type | Report |
|---|---|
| Publication Subtype | USGS Numbered Series |
| Title | Pacific Walrus Response to Arctic Sea Ice Losses |
| Series title | Fact Sheet |
| Series number | 2008-3041 |
| DOI | 10.3133/fs20083041 |
| Year Published | 2008 |
| Language | ENGLISH |
| Publisher | Geological Survey (U.S.) |
| Contributing office(s) | Alaska Science Center |
| Description | 4 p. |