An investigation published in the scientific journal Environmental Science and Technology has shown that high levels of polychlorinated biphenyls (PCB) are present in stranded whales and dolphins found in the United Kingdom’s waters. Despite being banned nearly 20 years ago, the continued presence of PCBs shows their continuing threat to marine health. The findings also […]
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The sex lives of animals: three hours of foreplay – and mass orgies on the move
On a dark November afternoon at Southampton’s City Farm, the animals are going about their business. They are all rescues. Penny the pig, a clutch of former battery farm chickens, three pygmy goats and Salvatore the cane snake, so orange and shiny he looks as though he is glowing from within as he twines around […]
Scores of dead pilot whales found on Tasmanian beach in ‘confronting scenes’
Thirty-four pilot whales were found washed up across a beach on Tasmania’s east coast on Tuesday in what was described as a “confronting” and “devastating” scene. While out training on a boat, local guide Chris Theobald came across an “overnight mass stranding” of more than 30 pilot whales at Bryans beach near the southern end […]
Brazilian Ex-President Allegedly “Harassed” a Humpback Whale
Brazil’s former president, Jair Bolsonaro, is under investigation, this time for an unusual environmental offense—alleged harassment of a humpback whale during a jetski excursion on vacation. The incident reportedly took place off Brazil’s south-eastern coastline near São Sebastião in June and has sparked federal police interest. Bolsonaro, infamous for his anti-environmental policies during his four-year […]
Dominica set to open world’s first reserve centered around sperm whales
The world’s first marine reserve for sperm whales is set to open in the waters off the coast of Dominica, a tiny island nation in the eastern Caribbean Sea. The reserve’s establishment is aimed at safeguarding a local population of a few hundred endangered sperm whales (Physeter macrocephalus) that are threatened by fishing gear entanglements, […]
The Life Cycle of Whales: What Happens When a Whale Dies?
Whales, the majestic giants of the ocean, have a unique life cycle that includes their inevitable death. When these magnificent creatures pass away, their fate is not the end of their story. This article delves into the fascinating journey of a whale’s remains post-death, exploring the processes of decomposition, scavenging, and the significant role they […]
Bowhead Whales Have the Longest Pregnancy for a Mammal in the Animal Kingdom
Whales, the majestic giants of the ocean, have long captured the fascination of humans. Yet, despite our curiosity, there remains an aura of mystery around these magnificent creatures. Among them, the bowhead whale stands out as a species that has managed to keep its secrets hidden from us, even as we nearly pushed it to […]
Incredible moment two whales breach just feet from paddleboarder at Pismo Beach in California
A paddleboarder in California caught a stunning moment on video when two whales breached right beside him. Bill Clements was paddling out in the Pismo Beach area of the Central Coast of California early on September 16 when he witnessed the incredible creatures surface. Throughout the morning, he had seen small fish jumping out of […]