A review of cetacean lung morphology and mechanics.

摘要: Cetaceans possess diverse adaptations in respiratory structure and mechanics that are highly specialized for an array of surfacing diving behaviors. Some these air management strategies still not completely understood despite over a century study. We have compiled the historical contemporary knowledge cetacean lung anatomy regards to normal function during ventilation while diving. New techniques emerging utilizing pulmonary measure live cetaceans. Given diversity cetaceans, interpretations results should consider species-specific anatomy, mechanics, behavior.