Weddell seal expedition: departing from the Falklands
Posted January 22nd, 2009 by PatrickRobinson
Patrick Robinson at Port Stanley, Falkland Islands--The crew and scientists have all arrived in Port Stanley, Falkland Islands to board the RRS Shackleton and start a 2-month research cruise down to the Antarctic. If all goes well, we will be deploying 10 tags on Weddell seals in the Weddell Sea to study their movements, diving behavior, and the oceanographic environment.
So far, we have been preparing our gear, stocking up on last-minute supplies, and strapping everything down for the rough journey ahead.
Photo: Patrick Robinson
Be sure to check back for updates as the work continues.
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