NFWF Grant Profile

Conservation Program(s):
Killer Whale Research and Conservation Program
Project Title: Use Genetic Prey Identification to Understand Critical Salmon Stocks for Killer Whale Diet (AK, WA)
Organization:
North Gulf Oceanic Society
Project ID:
0314.18.062843
Description:

Characterize the diet of Southern Resident killer whales through genetic prey identification from fecal samples and prey remains and compare these samples to the diet of Alaska resident killer whales.

Project will provide data to target specific salmon stocks and understand nutritional and foraging needs of the endangered whale population.

Award Amount:
$101727.99
Location:
Coastal Washington and Gulf of Alaska