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Nature 424, 715 (14 August 2003) | doi:10.1038/424715b

Biologists call for tracking as mammal numbers dive

Rex Dalton

An agenda for marine-mammal research is being developed in the United States to try to save a range of often-elusive species from possible extinction.More than 50 experts from around the world met in Portland, Oregon, on 4–7 August to consider priorities for research on dwindling populations of mammals such as whales, porpoises, sea lions, seals, otters, manatees and polar bears.