Conservation Biology the Objective of

Conservation Biology The objective of the study is to conduct a quantitative evaluation of the impact of oceanic currents on the migration trajectories of marine animals. This will then be used to project and investigate the consequences of existing tracking analysis. To accomplish this, the method involved an analysis of the trajectory of an Argos-tracked female leatherback turtle. This trajectory spanned some 11,635 km. A combination of satellite and tracking technology was used to determine the trajectory and obtain results.

The results show a strong compass sense in leatherback turtle, as the observed specimen maintained a steady heading for a considerable part of her trajectory. Significantly, this would not be detectable without current correction. When completing the trajectory, the results show that almost half of the displacement observed was due to the current drift. The results indicate that further study and in-depth knowledge of the currents are required to understand the specific elements of the trajectory. 2) The study highlights several important issues in terms of conservation.

One of these, in a very general sense, is the fact that knowledge should never be assumed to be either absolute or completely accurate. In order to continue the conservation effort from a scientific viewpoint, both qualitative and quantitative results are required. The tracking of movements across the habitat is important in order to better understand the requirements of conserving such a habitat.

Where trajectories are significant in size, like that of the leatherback turtle, the conservation effort should be particularly intensive, ensuring that the entire span of the trajectory is sustainable. The study also highlights the importance of quantitative track analyses to obtain important and accurate data on conservation issues such as feeding ground locations, migration areas, and the frequency of traveling and foraging for specific species. Understanding the animal's movement in relation to its environment is vitally important in the conservation effort.

The role of the current in trajectory movements is significant, particularly in species such as the leatherback turtle, as it provides at times unexpected information regarding the animal's sense of direction and purpose in terms of its environment. In the conservation effort, it is therefore very important to consider the influence of current upon animal movement. 3) Conservation can only be effectively applied when behavior and movement are interpreted to the highest degree of accuracy. The study reveals the importance of current influence on marine life movement.

Although larger and faster marine animals will not be as influenced by the current as the leatherback turtle, there will certainly be an impact. While important to study the movements of marine life, the influence of currents on the study of foraging behavior is even more important. This will determine the focus of conservation on specific foraging areas in order to ensure sustainability for marine life and indeed for biodiversity within the ocean. In other words, understanding the influence of current.