About this episode

The episode features an interview with marine biologist Robin Baird discussing marine mammal research and conservation in Hawaiian waters.

Episode Notes March 3, 2026: Robin Baird, PhD Marine Mammal Researcher Robin Baird is a marine biologist with the Cascadia Research Collective who has been studying dolphins and whales in Hawaiian waters since 1999. During this interview, he discussed how little scientific information previously existed about many nearshore species in Hawaiʻi and how long‑term research has helped improve understanding of marine mammal populations, behavior, and conservation needs. The interview explored human impacts on marine mammals and how people can interact responsibly with wildlife in the ocean. He has authored The Lives of Hawai'is Dolphins and Whales natural History and Conservation The conversation explored how marine mammals are studied, the pressures they face from human activity, and how ocean users including paddlers, swimmers, and tour operators can interact responsibly with wildlife. The interview also highlighted the importance of translating scientific knowledge into practical awareness for the public. Human Impacts on Marine Mammals · Boat traffic and vessel disturbance. · Noise pollution in the ocean environment. · Fishing interactions and entanglement risks. · Increasing human…

People in this episode

Guest: Robin Baird

Topics covered

• marine biology
• marine mammals
• conservation
• human impacts
• ocean behavior
• Hawaiian wildlife

Keywords

• marine mammals
• dolphins
• whales
• conservation
• Hawaiian waters
• human impact
• ocean interaction

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Cascadia Research Collective

Books & works: The Lives of Hawai'is Dolphins and Whales natural History and Conservation

Places: Hawaiian waters

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