Cetos seeks to better understand the behavior and ecology of marine mammals so that informed management decisions can be made.
To this end, we have been conducting an ongoing study since 1996 of humpback whale behavioral ecology. This includes a focus on mother/calf behaviors and vocalizations. Findings from this study have provided important information to resource managers about the needs of these animals at a crucial time in their development.
In addition, we are collecting data on the underwater activities of wintering humpback whales and developing an underwater ethogram.