Viola Panigada

Viola’s research interests lie in using remote sensing approaches and modeling frameworks to inform and enhance the conservation of vulnerable marine species. Her proposed PhD project focuses on fin whale movement ecology in the North Atlantic Ocean and exchanges with the Mediterranean Sea, building up on her previous research on the topic.

Current Appointments & Affiliations

Student Marine Science and Conservation, Nicholas School of the Environment

Recent Publications

Short Communication: Satellite tracking of a solitary sperm whale in Greek waters: conservation implications

Journal Article J. Cetacean Res. Manage. · February 24, 2026 The Hellenic Trench hosts the highest density of endangered sperm whales in the Eastern Mediterranean Sea and is recognised as an Important Marine Mammal Area (IMMA). This population is exposed to substantial anthropogenic pressures, including vess ... Full text Cite

Habitat use of Mediterranean fin whales in the recently established North-Western Mediterranean Particularly Sensitive Sea Area

Other · March 25, 2025 The current climate change, pollution, and biodiversity crises highlight the urgent need to develop effective conservation measures for wildlife and their habitats. The Mediterranean Sea is home to some of the busiest traffic lanes globally, accoun ... Full text Cite

Insights into spinetail devil ray spatial ecology in the Mediterranean Sea through satellite telemetry.

Journal Article Scientific reports · January 2025 To investigate the seasonal migratory behaviour of spinetail devil rays, Mobula mobular, across the Mediterranean Sea, we used satellite telemetry to track nine individuals between 2016 and 2021. The species is listed as Endangered in the IUCN's Red List o ... Full text Cite

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