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April 2019 PMID 30910962

Isotopes from fossil coronulid barnacle shells record evidence of migration in multiple Pleistocene whale populations.

Larry D Taylor, Aaron O'Dea, Timothy J Bralower, Seth Finnegan

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Peak: 8 in Mar 2019
across 4 sources since Mar 2019

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Mar 2019 – Aug 2024

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The discussions collectively demonstrate a strong interest in the paleoenvironmental implications of the research, with phrases like 'record evidence of migration' and mentions of fossil shells highlighting their role in reconstructing historical whale behavior. The tone is generally supportive and curiosity-driven, reflecting appreciation for the insights offered by isotope analysis in understanding ancient migration.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions agree that the study provides valuable evidence of ancient whale migration patterns through isotope analysis.

InterestHigh interest

The recurring mentions of fossils, isotopes, and migration indicate a high level of curiosity and engagement with paleoecology and scientific methods.

EngagementModerate engagement

Posts reference technical aspects like fossil coronulid shells and isotope data, showing moderate depth of engagement, but mostly focused on awareness rather than detailed critique.

ImpactModerate impact

The emphasis on the scientific significance and evidence of ancient behaviors suggests the discussions recognize this research's meaningful contribution to understanding prehistoric marine life.

Abstract in brief

  • The study shows that isotope analysis of fossil barnacles on whales can reveal ancient migration patterns, matching modern whale migration routes.
  • Fossil barnacle shells from the Pleistocene era display oxygen isotope profiles similar to current whales, indicating that migration behaviors existed millions of years ago.
  • These findings suggest that migration has been a fundamental and ancient part of whale ecology, with Pleistocene whale populations migrating over distances comparable to today.]
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Thomas R. Holtz, Jr.
@TomHoltzPaleo · X

Isotopes from fossil coronulid barnacle shells record evidence of migration in multiple Pleistocene whale populations https://t.co/u9OWfLVO0k

Mar 26, 2019 · 9 likes · 3 shares · 32,076 followers View post →
Dr Tom Montgomery
@DrTOMontgomery · X

@brandonbro16424 Not whales, but the fossilized coronulids from three sites along the eastern Pacific coast. https://t.co/SAfzGH1xtR

Aug 10, 2024 · 6 likes · 14,291 followers View post →
fernanda castano
@ferwen · X

Isotopes from fossil coronulid barnacle shells record evidence of migration in multiple Pleistocene whale populations https://t.co/kNEklxStdN

Mar 27, 2019 · 4 likes · 2 shares · 2,710 followers View post →
Weknowdis
@rappolee · X

Is it possible to tell the ancient seagoing reptiles' migration routes from barnacles dropped onto the sea floor? https://t.co/Z3i5C68z5Q https://t.co/vA9lL3mg7K https://t.co/b5QkZELdKI https://t.co/gAYQuPiSud

Mar 22, 2021 · 1 like · 581 followers View post →
YA
@Adarchism · X

https://t.co/4DTXvWJEQq Isotopes from fossil coronulid barnacle shells record evidence of migration in multiple Pleistocene whale populations.

Apr 1, 2019 · 1 like · 311 followers View post →
Darren Naish
@TetZoo · X

RT @TomHoltzPaleo: Isotopes from fossil coronulid barnacle shells record evidence of migration in multiple Pleistocene whale populations ht…

Mar 26, 2019 · 3 shares · 52,487 followers View post →

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Dr Tom Montgomery
@DrTOMontgomery · X

@brandonbro16424 Not whales, but the fossilized coronulids from three sites along the eastern Pacific coast. https://t.co/SAfzGH1xtR

Aug 10, 2024 · 6 likes · 14,291 followers View post →
Weknowdis
@rappolee · X

Is it possible to tell the ancient seagoing reptiles' migration routes from barnacles dropped onto the sea floor? https://t.co/Z3i5C68z5Q https://t.co/vA9lL3mg7K https://t.co/b5QkZELdKI https://t.co/gAYQuPiSud

Mar 22, 2021 · 1 like · 581 followers View post →
Siegfried Treitner
@TreitnerS · X

#Isotopes from #fossil #coronulid #barnacle #shells record evidence of #migration in multiple #Pleistocene #whale #populations https://t.co/TjRZIpIXWQ

Apr 14, 2019 · 2,136 followers View post →
YA
@Adarchism · X

https://t.co/4DTXvWJEQq Isotopes from fossil coronulid barnacle shells record evidence of migration in multiple Pleistocene whale populations.

Apr 1, 2019 · 1 like · 311 followers View post →
Biol Paper Delivery
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https://t.co/cKwPkHKud0 Isotopes from fossil coronulid barnacle shells record evidence of migration in multiple Pleistocene whale populations

Mar 28, 2019 · 2 followers View post →
Yuanrang
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RT @ferwen: Isotopes from fossil coronulid barnacle shells record evidence of migration in multiple Pleistocene whale populations https://t…

Mar 27, 2019 · 2 shares · 2,194 followers View post →
Elliot Siemon
@sci_tek · X

RT @ferwen: Isotopes from fossil coronulid barnacle shells record evidence of migration in multiple Pleistocene whale populations https://t…

Mar 27, 2019 · 2 shares · 751 followers View post →
fernanda castano
@ferwen · X

Isotopes from fossil coronulid barnacle shells record evidence of migration in multiple Pleistocene whale populations https://t.co/kNEklxStdN

Mar 27, 2019 · 4 likes · 2 shares · 2,710 followers View post →
Brendan Takahashi (恐竜ブレンダン)
@DinosaurBrendan · X

RT @TomHoltzPaleo: Isotopes from fossil coronulid barnacle shells record evidence of migration in multiple Pleistocene whale populations ht…

Mar 26, 2019 · 3 shares · 335 followers View post →
Tangmo Mopet
@TMtheEQplusNerd · X

RT @TomHoltzPaleo: Isotopes from fossil coronulid barnacle shells record evidence of migration in multiple Pleistocene whale populations ht…

Mar 26, 2019 · 3 shares · 1,991 followers View post →
Darren Naish
@TetZoo · X

RT @TomHoltzPaleo: Isotopes from fossil coronulid barnacle shells record evidence of migration in multiple Pleistocene whale populations ht…

Mar 26, 2019 · 3 shares · 52,487 followers View post →
Thomas R. Holtz, Jr.
@TomHoltzPaleo · X

Isotopes from fossil coronulid barnacle shells record evidence of migration in multiple Pleistocene whale populations https://t.co/u9OWfLVO0k

Mar 26, 2019 · 9 likes · 3 shares · 32,076 followers View post →