Subtropical convergence regions in the southwestern Atlantic have a high biological
productivity, and are important as nursery and feeding areas and as reproduction grounds …

Understanding temporal patterns of marine mammal occurrence is useful for establishing
conservation strategies. We used a 38 yr-long dataset spanning 1976 to 2013 to describe …

Abstract The South American fur seal (SAFS), Arctocephalus australis, was severely
depleted during the 18th century. This work updates information on distribution, abundance …

Plastic debris in marine environments and its impact on wildlife species is becoming a
problem of increasing concern. In pinnipeds, entanglements commonly consist of loops …

La creciente utilización de aguas costeras para las actividades de pesca y acuicultura han
aumentado el potencial de interacción entre mamíferos marinos e industrias relacionadas …

Abstract In northern Patagonia, South American sea lions (Otaria flavescens) are increasing
in number after a depletive harvest. There has been an expansion of colonies with an …

Population size and distribution of Otaria flavescens in central and southern Chubut,
Patagonia were determined by aerial censuses conducted during the breeding season in …

O litoral marítimo do Rio Grande do Sul se caracteriza por uma plataforma continental larga
e de baixa declividade, com mais de 102.000 km2 (0-200 m), onde predominam fundos não …

Abstract In Uruguay, the South American fur seal population (Arctocephalus australis) is
increasing, whereas the South American sea lion (Otaria flavescens) population is declining …

Conflicts with fisheries are the major threat to South American sea lions (Otaria flavescens).
The understanding of the gap between perceived economic impact by the fishermen and …