CHukchi Acoustics, Oceanography, and Zooplankton Study (CHAOZ)

Use passive acoustic techniques to document the general presence and detailed movements of bowhead, fin, gray, humpback, and other baleen whales in areas of potential seismic, drilling, construction, and production activities. 2. Compare spatial and temporal trends in cetacean calling behavior to changes in environmental conditions. Three arrays of five subsurface moorings will be deployed in the vicinity of the lease area/Hannah Shoal (exact locations TBD.)

Proposed continuation of project in 2013: Chukchi Acoustic, Oceanography and Zooplankton Study: Hanna Shoal (Extension of CHAOZ)

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Additional Info

Field Value
ISO Topics oceans
Primary Contact Catherine Berchok
Primary Organization US Bureau of Ocean Energy Management
Other Organizations National Marine Mammal Laboratory NOAA
Organization Types Federal
Geo-keywords Alaska, North Slope
Start Date 2010-01-01
Created February 23, 2016, 01:19 (AKST)
Last Updated July 1, 2021, 18:16 (AKDT)