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52. Why Dolphins Need Salt

52. Why Dolphins Need Salt

FromAquadocs


52. Why Dolphins Need Salt

FromAquadocs

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Length:
33 minutes
Released:
Feb 22, 2022
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

On this weeks episode of Aquadocs, host Michelle Greenfield interviews Dr. Ryan Takeshita, Deputy Director of Conservation Medicine and Research Scientist with the National Marine Mammal Foundation about his recent paper on lower salinity levels in the gulf coast off the Mississippi River delta. Dolphins experiencing low salinity can often get skin lesions that can lead to necrotic (rotting) flesh. Tune in to this week's episode to learn more about the surprising findings from this research. 

The paper for this episode can be found at: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34591903/
Released:
Feb 22, 2022
Format:
Podcast episode

Titles in the series (87)

Aquadocs is the #1 podcast focused on aquatic medicine and a Top 50 Life Sciences podcast. Each week host Michelle Greenfield (Cornell Veterinary Medicine ‘23) interviews veterinarians and other animal health experts about their roles in the aquatics community. If you are looking for a fun and easy way to learn more about marine mammals, aquaculture, fish/exotic private practice, science communication and policy, new research, and more, this is the resource for you! Episodes are available on your favorite podcast streaming services (Apple, Spotify, Google) and at www.aquadocspodcast.com.