Research from the University of Otago—Ōtākou Whakaihu Waka has shed light on the foraging activities of Hector's dolphins through passive acoustic monitoring.
This study, published in the New Zealand Journal of Marine and Freshwater Research, suggests that analyzing the sounds made by these dolphins could be crucial for their conservation.
As an endangered species, Hector's dolphins face numerous threats, and understanding their behavior is vital for implementing effective protection strategies.