Bioenergetic models describe energy acquisition and allocation. In marine mammals, they have been used to quantify prey consumption and predict the consequences of disturbance. I describe how model components have… Click to show full abstract
Bioenergetic models describe energy acquisition and allocation. In marine mammals, they have been used to quantify prey consumption and predict the consequences of disturbance. I describe how model components have been parameterized and highlight research gaps. Despite a lack of generality, bioenergetic modelling provides a powerful management and conservation tool.
               
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