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.

The tongue and larynx are routinely removed and sectioned during dolphin necropsy.

What should be done before beginning an internal examination during a manatee necropsy?

Skin samples are collected to assess heavy metal concentrations and genetics.

What is the primary purpose of performing necropsies on manatees?

What is a common site to locate trematode parasites in manatees?

The spleen in manatees is typically large and located near the kidney.

The gastrointestinal tract of dolphins should be examined last due to potential contamination.

The proportion of cetacean species classified as threatened has: