Beluga ( Delphinapterus leucas) Bubble Bursts: Surprise, Protection, or Play?

Abstract

We would like to thank Sea World San Antonio for the opportunity to observe the belugas' development. We would also like to thank the Sea World staff for their cooperation in scheduling observation sessions. Finally, many thanks to Judy St. Leger, Chris Bellows, and several reviewers for their thoughtful comments on previous drafts. Part of this study was made possible through a grant from St. Mary's University to facilitate faculty research.