The Use of a Marine Mammal Reserve by Researchers and Photographers

Robin E. Taylor submitted this in partial fulfillment for a degree of Master of Natural Resource Management , SFU. Boaters with a great deal of experience such as researchers and Photographers could possibly be a major source of disturbance. —-However, researchers are self-regulating , they are generally compliant to the terms of their permits, however

Skwaha Lake ER Management Plan

From BC Parks: I. Introduction Ecological Reserve Purposes As outlined in the Ecological Reserve Act of 1971, ecological reserves are protected for the following purposes: •    Scientific research and educational use •    Representation of natural ecosystems •    Study of recovery processes after modification by man •    Protection of rare and endangered native plants and animals

Haulout and associated behaviour of the Harbour Seal ( Phoca Vitulina) in Barkley Sound

Based on observations of the harbour seal (Phoca Vitulina), at Baeria Rocks and the Geer Islands , BC, a model outlining aspects of haul-out and behaviour is proposed. Seal haul-out and activity levels peak at loew tides. A seconfd peak of activituy is observed at high tide.  —— A report done by Allison M. Peacock,