NOAA - Southwest Fisheries Science Center   /     Leatherback Turtles in the Pacific V: Leatherback Turtles in the Pacific V: Suction Cup Tagging

Summary

Researchers use a new method to attach miniature depth recorders and radio transmitter to leatherbacks using a suction cup and gain new insights into the behavior of these animals feeding on jellyfish undisturbed in their natural environment.