Maria Jose Perez

Maria Jose Perez

marine biologist Chile

Maria Jose Perez is a marine biologist at the University of Chile, known for her expertise in marine ecosystems and the behavior of marine mammals. Recently, she gained attention for her insights regarding a remarkable incident in which a kayaker was briefly engulfed by a humpback whale while kayaking in Chile. Perez explained that such occurrences are rare and highlighted that humpback whales have small throats, making it impossible for them to swallow a kayak or a person. Her analysis provided valuable context to the event, shedding light on the whale's feeding habits and the unusual circumstances that led to the encounter.

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
2,634
Power
41$
Sentiment
5.00
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Uruguay 1 5.00 0.08% +0% 3,473,730 2,634 $54,000 41$
Totals 1 3,473,730 2,634 $54,000 41$
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Recent Mentions

India India: Maria Jose Perez explained that the whale was likely engaged in lunge-feeding when it swallowed Adrián. 5

The Times of India: Watch: Humpback whale swallows kayaker in Chile, spits him out moments later

New Zealand New Zealand: Marine biologist Maria Jose Perez, of the University of Chile, explained that the whale probably did not notice the small boat. 5

The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863: ‘Thought he’d swallowed me!’: Whale gulps kayaker in Chile, spits him out