Claim: Antonio Mignucci is internationally recognized for his work on whales (aquatic placental marine mammals), and other marine animals, he was also a scientific advisor to aquaria and research laboratories in the West Indies, Central, and South America.
Evidence: He is internationally recognized for his work on whales, dolphins, manatees and seals throughout the Caribbean. He is the founder of the international non-profit conservation organization Red Caribeña de Varamientos (Caribbean Stranding Network) dedicated to the care, treatment, and rehabilitation of injured or stranded marine mammals, sea turtle and sea birds. He has also been scientific advisor to aquaria and research laboratories throughout the West Indies, Central and South America on medical treatment and husbandry techniques for captive manatees.