Two heterozygotes mate and the female lays 4 eggs. The first three eggs which hatch contain purple feathered birds. Therefore, the fourth egg must contain a yellow feathered bird.

The stomach contents of manatees are often assessed for level of digestion and color.

The vaquita is being driven to extinction primarily by:

Why is sample collection during a stranding event so critical?

How can long-term stranding data be applied in conservation?

What should be assessed when inspecting the manatee’s heart during necropsy?

Dolphins should be placed in dorsal recumbency during necropsy.

All stranded animals must be euthanized immediately.

Describe three specific types of data that are collected during a marine mammal stranding event and explain how each type contributes to our understanding of health and conservation.

The Marine Mammal Protection Act applies only to species that are already endangered.