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However, a recently published study revealed that if <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mdpi.com\/2673-5636\/2\/4\/39\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">biopsy sampling penetrates too deeply, there is a risk<\/a> that the animal\u2019s muscles and bones could be affected. In this context, one concerned reader asked us whether we were taking the necessary measures to minimize the potential impacts of biopsies on the well-being and health of cetaceans.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Since 1994, GREMM\u2019s research team has been conducting a long-term biopsy program (article in French) on the beluga population of the St. Lawrence Estuary. These biopsies, which consist of taking skin and fat samples using a small dart, provide a great deal of scientific information that can be used for conservation. 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