Division of Wildlife Conservation (DWC) Publication Details

Growth and shedding of harbor seal (Phoca vitulina) whiskers

• Reference: Karpovich, S. A., J. P. Skinner, C. N. Miller, L. K. Polasek, and G. W. Pendleton. 2022. Growth and shedding of harbor seal (Phoca vitulina) whiskers. Canadian Journal of Zoology 100(11):687–699. https://doi.org/10.1139/ciz-2021-0205
• Audiences: Scientist, Wildlife Manager
• Authors: Shawna A. Karpovich, Carly Miller, Grey W. Pendleton, Lori Polasek, John P. Skinner
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• Keywords: whisker, vibrissa, growth rates, Phoca vitulina, harbor seal
• Link: https://doi.org/10.1139/cjz-2021-0205 (Offsite)
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• Primary Authors: Shawna A. Karpovich
• Programs: Marine Mammals
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• Publication Types: Journal Article/External Publication, Marine Mammals Scientific Publication
• Regions: Statewide
• Species: Harbor Seal
• Species Categories: Mammals, Marine Mammals
• Title: Growth and shedding of harbor seal (Phoca vitulina) whiskers
• Topics: Physiology, Anthropogenic Effects
• Year: 2022

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