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Marine mammals under threat from climate change
Science Network Western Australia
16 August 2013
CLIMATE change will threaten the survival of marine mammals according to researchers investigating the impact of rising air and sea surface temperatures on Australia’s ocean dwelling mammals.
They warn an increase in dugong mass-strandings could be among the consequences of climate change, in addition to reduced habitats and breeding success. Read more
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