Generalized seasonal assignments were based on life history patterns for dolphins (Season 1: December–January; Season 2:
Feburary–March; . . .; Season 6: October–November), manatees
and all sea turtle species combined (Season 1: December–Feburary;
Season 2: March–May; . . .; Season 4: September–November).
High/low seasonal models compared summer/fall entanglements
to winter/spring for dolphins, manatees, and all sea turtle species.
High/low seasonal assignments were also based on life history patterns
for dolphins (High: May–September), manatees and sea
turtles (High: April–October).