Listening for belugas in the Yukon Delta

About this program

The World Wildlife Fund (WWF) offers a grant to support community-led efforts in Kotlik and Emmonak, Alaska, aimed at monitoring beluga whale populations through underwater audio recordings. This initiative enhances conservation by providing accurate population data, which is crucial for both beluga protection and sustainable Indigenous hunting practices. Applicants should be community members or organizations capable of deploying hydrophones to study beluga use of freshwater habitats in the Yukon Delta. While specific eligibility criteria are not detailed, the focus is on collaborative, community-driven projects aligned with WWF’s conservation goals.