Government Greenlights Seal Mom-Pup Tracking in Icy Antarctica
Published Date: 3/19/2026
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Michelle Shero, Ph.D., wants to study Weddell seals in Antarctica to understand why some moms and pups do better than others. She plans to track 20 seal pairs with health checks and dive monitors during the summer and winter. Public comments are open until April 20, 2026, so anyone interested can share their thoughts before the permit is decided.
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