Researchers Explore Uncharted Ocean With Help of Sea Lions

August 13, 2024
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With the data we’re collecting, we’re essentially exploring new parts of the ocean that haven’t been mapped.

Researcher Nathan Angelakis, a co-author of a new study exploring uncharted areas of the ocean. 

Why It Matters: The study stands out because researchers mounted lightweight video cameras on wild Australian sea lions and created maps of the ocean floor, as the animals already spend time on the ocean floor looking for food.  

Check out sea lion footage:

by Emily Hooker, based in Texas

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