Viola Panigada

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

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

Targeting fin whale conservation in the North-Western Mediterranean Sea: insights on movements and behaviour from biologging and habitat modelling.

Journal article Royal Society open science · March 2024 Biologging and habitat modelling are key tools supporting the development of conservation measures and mitigating the effects of anthropogenic pressures on marine species. Here, we analysed satellite telemetry data and foraging habitat preferences in relat ... Full text Cite