Marine Mammal Behavior and Communication
( 24 Modules )

Module #1
Introduction to Marine Mammals
Overview of marine mammal diversity, evolution, and adaptations

Module #2
Marine Mammal Senses
Exploring the sensory adaptations of marine mammals, including vision, hearing, and echolocation

Module #3
Swimming and Diving Physiology
Physiological adaptations for efficient swimming and diving in marine mammals

Module #4
Feeding Behaviors
Variation in feeding strategies among marine mammals, including filter-feeding, predation, and scavenging

Module #5
Social Structure and Organization
Overview of social structures in marine mammals, including solitary, group-living, and complex societies

Module #6
Mating and Reproduction
Reproductive strategies and behaviors in marine mammals, including mating systems and parental care

Module #7
Communication Fundamentals
Introduction to the principles of animal communication, including signal types and transmission mechanisms

Module #8
Vocalizations in Marine Mammals
Characteristics and functions of vocalizations in different marine mammal species

Module #9
Whale Songs
In-depth exploration of the complex vocalizations of humpback, minke, and other whale species

Module #10
Clicks and Whistles
Click-based and whistle-based communication in dolphins, porpoises, and other toothed cetaceans

Module #11
Body Language and Visual Displays
Non-vocal communication in marine mammals, including postures, facial expressions, and visual displays

Module #12
Olfactory Communication
The role of scent marking and chemical cues in marine mammal social behavior and mating

Module #13
Electroreception and Magnetoreception
The sensory mechanisms underlying electroreception and magnetoreception in marine mammals

Module #14
Social Learning and Culture
Observational learning, cultural transmission, and social traditions in marine mammals

Module #15
Cooperation and Altruism
Examples of cooperative behavior and altruism in marine mammals, including hunting, care-giving, and rescue behaviors

Module #16
Agonistic Behavior and Conflict
Intra- and inter-specific aggression, dominance, and submission behaviors in marine mammals

Module #17
Human-Marine Mammal Interactions
The impact of human activities on marine mammal behavior, including noise pollution, habitat disruption, and bycatch

Module #18
Conservation and Management Strategies
Approaches to conserving and managing marine mammal populations, including regulation, research, and education

Module #19
Case Study:Humpback Whales
In-depth examination of humpback whale behavior, ecology, and conservation

Module #20
Case Study:Orcas (Killer Whales)
Exploration of orca behavior, social structure, and conservation challenges

Module #21
Case Study:Sea Otters
The role of sea otters in marine ecosystems, their behavior, and conservation status

Module #22
Case Study:Manatees
Behavioral and ecological adaptations of manatees, and conservation efforts for this species

Module #23
Research Methods in Marine Mammal Science
Overview of techniques for studying marine mammal behavior, including observation, acoustic monitoring, and citizen science

Module #24
Course Wrap-Up & Conclusion
Planning next steps in Marine Mammal Behavior and Communication career

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Marine Mammal Behavior and Communication ( 24 Modules )

Marine Mammal Behavior and Communication
( 24 Modules )