• 13. Exploring Antarctica's Wildlife from Space with Dr. Michelle LaRue

  • Nov 5 2024
  • Length: 26 mins
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13. Exploring Antarctica's Wildlife from Space with Dr. Michelle LaRue

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  • In this episode of South Pole, we explore the use of satellite imagery to track Weddell seals and Emperor penguins in Antarctica. Dr. Michelle LaRue, a leading researcher in the field, explains how high-resolution imagery from space provides crucial insights into these marine predators' populations, habitats, and behaviors. We dive into the challenges of studying wildlife remotely, the surprises in population estimates, and the innovative Satellites Over Seals (SOS) project. Tune in to discover how this technology is shaping our understanding of Antarctic ecosystems and its potential for future research and conservation efforts.


    Episode Guest: Dr. Michelle LaRue

    Find more on Dr. LaRue at the University of Canterbury

    Visit Dr. LaRue’s website

    Find Dr. LaRue’s children’s book, Emperor Penguin (Young Zoologist)


    Episode Transcript and more information on the Pine Forest Media Website

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    Hosted, produced, written, and edited by Clark Marchese

    Cover art and PFM logo by Laurel Wong.

    Theme music by Nela Ruiz



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