Case Study 2

from Marine Mammal Stranding Responders Manual

Physical Examination

CASE STUDY 2 - February 2021

HUMPBACK WHALE: Feb 24th 2021 - Long Island, off Schull, West Cork.

Feb 25th, two ORCA Marine Mammal Responders investigated the stranding and found it was a juvenile male measuring 8.67 meters in length.

Baleen plates - stable isotope and genetic analysis,

No blubber sample was taken due to interference with members of the public. Resonders need their Marine Mammal Stranding Responders ID Cards, to go in pairs and to coordinate with the local county council, NPWS and ORCA Ireland’s Veterinary network early on.

FIRST RESPONSE TRAINING:

- Assess and investigate strandings - measurements, samples, assist in PMs. - Coordinate stranding team and local network. - Contribute valuable scientific information through citizen science.

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CASE STUDY 2 - February 2021

FIRST RESPONSE TRAINING:

First responders are qualified Marine Mammal Medics that have completed ORCA’s Stranding Network Volunteer Course and ORCA’s First Responder Course.

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Marine Mammal Stranding Responders Manual