Seals and Sharks

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2014-09-12

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http://hdl.handle.net/11427/7456
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0820_Justin_ORiain_seals&sharks.mp3 (12.27 MB)
Authors
O'Riain, Justin
Neary, Tim
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University of Cape Town

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Animal Demography Unit (ADU)
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Faculty of Science
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Abstract
In this radio broadcast, Justin o' Riain discusses shark and seal interactions in the False Bay/Seal Island area, focusing on predator-prey interactions and predation behaviour. Additional topics discussed are the seals' response to aggressive predation behaviour, including travelling strategies and learning patterns among young seals. Ethology of seals and sharks, specifically focusing on predator-prey relations, avoidance and predation strategies. Image provided courtesy of Christopher under a Creative Commons Attribution 2.0 Generic license.
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Keywords
white shark
seal pup
predator
predation
ethology
breach attack

Reference:

O'Riain, J., Neary, T. 2014-09-12. Seals and Sharks. Interview. University of Cape Town.

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