Articles related to "Humpback Whales"



Dolphin Feature - The False Killer Whale
Don't judge this species by its looks. It may look like a whale, but it is indeed a dolphin.
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Humpback Whale Intelligence
A new novel by Donald Angell is set off Cape Cod and revolves around experiments in communicating with whales.
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Humpback Whales
Fishing co-operatively and singing long complex songs which change over time.
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Humpback whales in SF Bay-Delta
In a repeat of the wanderings of Humphrey, two humpback whales are travelling the wrong way. What brings them in? Are bridges a part of the problem of getting them out?
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Humpback Whales Recovering
Once a target for whaling boats, now humpbacks draw whale watching crowds with their acrobatics, as they rebound from a history of being hunted.
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Review of Fluke by Christopher Moore
Christopher Moore answers the question "why do humpback whales sing?" in his national bestseller Fluke, Or, I Know Why the Winged Whale Sings. Take a journey to Hawaii.
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Sanctuary in the Works for South Pacific Humpbacks
Scientists from around the world met in New Zealand last week to discuss the feasibility of creating a sanctuary for humpback whales in the South Pacific. Here's why.
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Whales
A short trip to Cape Cod included a couple of whale watching trips out of Provincetown. I am very interested in humpback whales and will go to any means to see them in their habitat.
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Whales, Dolphins and Ocean Noise
Whales and dolphins rely heavily on echolocation and vocalization to find food and communicate. Boat traffic, sonar, oil and gas exploration and navy exercises interfere.
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Cruising Alaska's Kenai Fjords National Park
Spotting Alaskan sea life from on a cruise is thrilling. But be sure to bring your binoculars as sea creatures and wildlife appear much smaller from the distance.
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Campobello Whale Rescue Team
Fishermen help endangered North Atlantic right and finback whales which get enmeshed in fishing gear off of Campobello Island. Minke and humpbacks have also been rescued.
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Cape Cod Whale Watching Tour
From April to October visit feeding grounds for humpback and other whales off Cape Cod National Seashore. . Tour Provincetown before or after your whale watch cruise.
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Choco, Colombia's Pacific Coast
Choco remains largely unvisited and unknown by visitors to Colombia and Colombians alike, now is the time to visit.
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Explore Australia - Byron Bay
It's cool in Byron Bay, there's a vibrant arts community, tourism is low-key, eating out is cheap and kids are welcome everywhere.
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Famous Albino and White Animals
People have witnessed a variety of rare albino and "white" animals across the world and gained better understanding about their differences.
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Kauai Whale Watching Cruises
Kauai whale watching cruises travel up the na Pali coast and to Niihau (the Forbidden Island) in search of humpback whales and spinner dolphins.
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The Maui Prince Hotel
The Maui Prince Hotel, on the island of Maui in Hawaii, is a peaceful luxury hotel with Japanese influences.
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Transatlantic on the Queen Mary 2
Crossing the Atlantic by ship may mean six days at sea but it's never lacking in interest
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Whale Watching
The Dominican Republic is a lovely place to spend the winter months - for whales as well as people. Over 10,000 North Atlantic Humpbacks make their way there annually.
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Celebrity Environmental Activists
What are actor Leonardo DiCaprio's social networking projects doing to stop causes of global warming? What is actress Haydon Panettiere doing to save ocean marine life?
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Juneau: Cruising the inside passage Pt 2
Our first port of call on the Alaska cruise is Juneau, capital of Alaska, geographically the largest city in the US and the first town to be founded due to the gold rush. Historical yet cosmopolitan, Juneau has great shopping and quality restaurants. After riding through town, we're off to view our first glacier, the awesome Mendenhall, one of the few you can drive to. We then experience an unforgetable wildlife cruise, encountering diving Humpback whales,close up, Stellar Sea Lions basking on a bellbuoy, harbour seals poping up like corks from the sea. Lots of great pictures and Alaska links. Please join me in this Alaska experience.
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Maui, Hawaii Activities
The slice of heaven that is "The Magic Isle" offers visitors plenty of options for sightseeing and outdoor fun on your next Maui vacation.
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Name Game: Researchers study tail patterns for help with names
The story of an annual ritual in New England, where researchers get together and name humpback whales based on characterists on the undersides of the whales' tails.
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Puerto Rico: An Outdoor Oz - Part 2
Part two of this two part series provides insider's advice on Puerto Rico's caving, kayaking, and turtle and whale watching adventures.
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Unusual Whale Sightings in British Waters
Whales face many man-made problems.
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Whale Watching as a Creative Arts Project
Arts students experience whale watching on tour from the Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia. Environmental projects challenge Science, English and Creative Arts students
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Whale Watching with the Virginia Marine Science Museum
When you think about whale-watching trips, you probably think about traveling to such locations as Alaska, the Caribbean, or even Hawaii. Virginia Beach, Virginia probably does not come to mind as one of the great whale-watching destinations.
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Hawaii State Icons
Hawaii State Icons - flags, flower and more
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Underwater Noise Revisited
Navy tests of the effects of underwater noise on on marine species have created controversy among some environmentalists. This article reviews the comments of a physicist who questions the accuracy of the Navy's reports.
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Enjoy Maui in Only Seven Days
The most common regret for travelers who visit the Hawaiian island of Maui is not having enough time to do and see everything that the island has to offer.
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Basking in Baja
Go scuba diving in the Sea of Cortez and see Baja's wonderful wildlife and scenery.
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Maui - Best Island in the World
Some best things to see and do on Maui: You can spend your Hawaiian vacation sipping pool side drinks, but your trip will be more meaningful if you take in the sights.
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Report on the Health of the World's Oceans (9)
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Saga Rose to Visit Antarctica
Saga Cruises, the British-owned line for the over 50s, will take passengers on a thrilling voyage to Antarctica, one of the last great wildernesses, on its world cruise.
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A Different Kind of Collectible--Adoption
Adopt an endangered species and collect sponsorships
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Amid controversy, IWC maintains whaling ban
The United States and its allies succeeded in maintaining a 13-year-old ban on commercial whaling at the annual International Whaling Commission conference last week, but several pro-whaling nations threatened to ignore the restrictions.
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Animal Life Spans
Here is a quick reference guide to how long certain animals live, along with some interesting animal facts. This will help with projects for homeschooling unit studies.
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Buenaventura, Colombia
Unlovely and dangerous, Buenaventura is an essential port on the Colombian pacific coast and the gateway for tourist destinations.
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East Pacific Gray Whales
Now that they are rarely hunted Gray Whales have become curious about humans and will often approach whale watchers.
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Enjoy Virginia Beach in Fall and Winter, Too!
For decades, Virginia Beach has served as a popular summer vacation destination, but did you know there is still plenty to do in this resort town during fall and winter?
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International Surfers Come to Colombian Pacific
From November 13-17 2008 the Chocó coast on Colombia's Pacific seaboard will host its first ever surfing tournament.
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Kreator: Hordes Of Chaos Review
German Titans Kreator reconquer the throne all over again with a deliciously heavy salvo of back-to-basics thrash goodness.
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New Whale Species Confirmed
Genetic studies prove that the right whales of the North Pacific are a separate species. But they in serious danger of extinction and very little is known about them
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Pilot Whales
Pilot Whale are known to swim very fast underwater. They actively pursue squid, and their unique hunting strategy is very successful.
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Whale Watching in Puget Sound
To see orca whales and other wildlife in their natural habitat, book a tour with a whale watching company in Washington or British Columbia.
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Barnacles
Some barnacles burrow into the shells of molluscs and dead coral, others are fully parasitic - but most live on the sea shore.
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Breaking News 16
Breaking News as it happens in the Pacific
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Canada - Newfoundland for Whale Watching
Some of the best whale watching in the world plus history and natural beauty in Newfoundland, Britain's oldest colony - the British Empire started here.
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East Anacapa Island, California
Beyond the shores of Ventura, California, five islands stand in defiance of the Pacific and form Channel Islands National Park. East Anacapa Island is the southern tip.
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Kauai: The Garden Island
Kauai, the Garden Island, has much to offer a Hawaiian vacation, including snorkeling, scuba diving, whale watching cruises and hiking Kauai trails.
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