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Articles related to "Orcas"
Animals On The Move The only time man gets to observe these different animals is when they migrate. What is the definition of migration? To me and other scientists migration is the moving from one place to another between summer and winter. Other biologists and scientists define migration as the almost entire population of a species moves. migration • moving • orca • killer whale • "wolf of the sea"
Ideas for Offsite Meetings in Washington State The best corporate retreat locations foster a sense of corporate community. Get new ideas for unique locations for executive retreats and offsite meetings in Washington. corporate retreat locations • executive retreat • offsite meetings washington • orcas island inn • travel san juan islands
ALL-YOU-CAN-EAT SPECIAL: Orcas spend two months gorging on seals in Washington State A cluster of eleven transient killer whales spent an unprecedented eight weeks in Washington State’s Hood Canal earlier this spring, gorging themselves on the local harbor seal population, then heading back to sea. orca • transient • resident • harbor seal • washington state
Northwest Diet Switch has Scientists Concerned about Orcas Something strange is going on in the Bering Sea, where killer whales have suddenly switched from eating big Steller sea lions to itty-bitty sea otters. The diet switch was prompted by the plummeting population of western sea lions, some scientists say. Other marine mammals such as northern fur seals are also doing poorly. And some of the most commercially valuable inhabitants of the sea, king crabs and shrimp, have nearly vanished. orcas • otters • diet • emus • whales
The San Juan Islands The San Juan Islands are a beautiful treat for Washingtonians and visitors alike. This breathtaking archipelago famous for Orca whales and other sea life attracts visitors worldwide for its beauty and individuality. san juan islands • san juan • orca • lopez • shaw
Study: Killer Whales Swimming in Toxins A recent study found that killer whales in the Pacific Northwest are swimming in some of the most contaminated water in the U.S. Here's why. orcinus orca • water • pcbs • seattle • san juan
Disabled Business Travel in the San Juan Islands Accessible vacations and business travel made easier for disabled travelers. Find out about Washington State Ferry accessibility and San Juan Islands handicapped travel. disabled travel • handicapped travel • vacations for disabled • accessible vacations • wheelchair-accessible inns
Online Marine Education Program Ocean Futures Society today announced a ten-week Internet learning campaign to educate the public about killer whales or orcas, and to inspire action to protect these remarkable creatures - as well as the oceans they inhabit. cousteau • oceans • whales • keiko • orca
DREAM COME TRUE: NW Orca researchers rejoice at news of federal funding A federal spending bill approved last month contains $750,000 to study what has been killing Puget Sound orcas, the first federal money allocated by Congress for killer whale field studies since the 1970s. orca • federal funding • whale • research
Exciting Whale Watching in Oregon Spot the mighty gray whales as the herd travels from Baja California, Mexico to the Bering Sea but remember your binoculars, and warm clothes as it is the Oregon Coast! whale watching oregon coast • gray whale annual migration • whale watching spoken here • spring break oregon coast • whale watching tips
Fire Retardants Harm Killer Whales Health risk for orca due to lingering contamination from PCBs now increased by finding of PBDEs used in flame-retardants. Habitat loss and ocean noise add to dangers. endangered killer whales • pbdes • orcas • pcbs • flame retardants
Caledonia Written records of Scotland begin with the Romans. Their writings have given us most of our information concerning these early inhabitants of Scotland. roman • celts • albions • orcades • caledonia
San Juan Islands, Traveling Green Eco-tourists concerned with living green and leaving a small carbon footprint can travel easily as foot passengers on ferries to Washington's San Juan Islands. san juan islands • eco-tourism exploration and guided tours • green movement • carbon footprint • eco-tourism and biking
An Interview With Jean-Michel Cousteau Words from the ocean's greatest advocate, Jean-Michel Cousteau on the state of our seas and the best dives in the world. scuba diving • scuba diving • scuba • scuba • skin diving
Antarctic Dream Adventure Cruise New Antarctic small cruise ship and itinerary offers eleven days of memorable scenery and close-up experiences with wildlife, glaciers and more. adventure travel cruises expeditions antarctica • see humpback whales penguins orcas seals sea lions • visit small ship cruises patagonia • visit small ship cruises terra del fuego • antarctica wildlife
April showers bring May websites This article features a large variety of sites for kids. Visit the Earth and Moon Viewer, Secrets at Sea and more. kids • fun • websites • websites for kids • kids korner
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? leonardo dicaprio in titanic • hayden panettiere hero tv series • 11th hour • causes of global warming • stephen hawking in 11th hour
Dolphin Feature - The White Sided Dolphin Don't be fooled...the dolphins swimming next to the ship in the Ocean may not be the ones you think they are. dolphins • white • sided • white-sided • whitesided
I'll See You In The Sky When you live in Alaska, some people think you live in the sky. sandy • mccollum • slices • north • northern
North Iceland's Maritime Marvels Journeying to the North of Iceland this summer? Be sure to tack these attractions featuring whales, herring and seals into your itinerary. They will astound! iceland • arctic circle • husavik • siglufjördur • down the vatnsnes peninsula
Wooden Boat Rendezvous in Deer Harbor, WA Sandwiched between two of the West's biggest and best wooden boat festivals is the fun and folksy Deer Harbor Wooden Boat Rendezvous on beautiful Orcas Island. wooden boat gathering • victoria classic wooden boat • port townsend wooden boat gathering • deer harbor wooden boat rendezvous • orcas island wooden boat festival
Dolphin Feature - The Bottlenose Dolphin If asked "what is a dolphin," most will answer with a description of the Bottlenose. Most know what a Bottlenose dolphin looks like, but how much do we really know about our favorite aquatic "stars"? bycatch • ecotypes • bottle nosed dolphin • dolphin • dolphins
NIAGARA FALLS, CANADA Niagara Falls, Ontario is a great place to visit. Whether it be a day, weekend, or an extended holiday, there is always something to see and do at the Falls. niagara falls • falls • mary alward • mary • alward
Fatality in the Faeroes In the Faeroes Islands, there is a practice known as "grindadrap" which has outlived it's time, and too many Pilot whales. pilot whales • pilot whales • faeroes islands • faeroes islands • faeroes
The Gulf Islands: Saturna Off the Beaten Track Nestled in the protected waters of the Gulf of Georgia are British Columbia's Picturesque Southern Gulf Islands. Boasting uncommon beauty and a Mediteranean climate, the Gulf islands are paradise for nature lovers, bikers, hikers and boaters and outdoor enthusiasts. Saturna Island is the southernmost island in the gulf, an enticing place with ocean and forest vistas. Gourmet food and top notch accomodation is available and plenty to do and see. Photos and links ofcourse. Please join me. Who are those skinny dippers? ME saturna island • mediteranean climate • islands in the gulf • scenery • gulf islands
Encounters with Whales .... Part 1 Encounters with Whales. A scenic journey across Vancouver Island to the Pacific rim of the continent. See ancient forests, goats on the roof and cavorting sea creatures. Next: A whale of a Tale. whales • british columbia • west coast • pacific coast • vancouver island
Cycling Destinations: Somerset A gentle cycle tour in southwest England, ideal for anyone who likes their cycling leisurely and relaxed, with pretty scenery, comfortable places to stop and great pubs bike • bicycle • cycling • cycle • biking
We Sail For The Whale Racing around the world in 70 foot carbon fiber sailboats is a unique adventure and using the event to raise cultural and environmental awareness a touching story. volvo ocean race • whale and dolphin conservation • russian sailing teams • whale and dolphin conservation society • sports and environmental awareness
All Tied Up In Knot(weed)s Knotweeds, one of those easy to overlook wildflowers that are so much a part of their environment they can't possibly be anything special. all tied up in knot(weed)s • gregg m. pasterick • wildflowers of north america • botany • ecology
Copepods What is a copepod? A copepod is a crusteacean with a rounded body shaped like a cylinder. Copepods have a hard outer shell, many legs for swimming and collecting food, a segmented body, and connected extremities. One type of copepod has many different sections. sea animal • squid • crustacean • one eye • food
Dolphin Conservation International cooperation is necessary to save whales. whale-watching • overfishing • pollution • sonar • mediterranean dolphin populations
Dolphin Feature - The Narwhal Most are familiar with the myth of the legendary unicorn. What if you could see a real, live, breathing creature who possessed a spiral horn? tusk • cetacea • delphinoidea • arctic • spiral
Fall? Already? Fall came in without our noticing! Suddenly, the trees are all naked without warning... fall • autumn • alaska • alaksa • winter
First Nations Tours in BC Aboriginal-owned tour companies enable visitors to see British Columbia's landscapes, wildlife, history and cuisine from a First Nations perspective. takaya tours • traditional-style salish oceangoing canoe • talaysay tours • sunshine coast • all-women tours
Garden Jobs for January Though most gardens look pretty skeletal in January, there are still enough jobs to do to keep an avid gardener busy. january garden chores • winter garden care • prune apples • prune pears • plant bulbs
Hidden Pacific Northwest - A Travel Book Review Hidden Northwest Places is an excellent travel book not only for those out of state, but also local residents less-traveled. Lots of surprises in store within. hidden • pacific • northwest • nw • washington
King Pacific Lodge Eco Tourism, BC Princess Royal Island in the Great Bear Rainforest is home to King Pacific Lodge, a top eco tourism destination in BC. eco tourism destination bc • king pacific lodge british columbia • floating lodge barnard harbour • princess royal island in great bear rainforest • green travel
New Zealand's Bay Of Islands Bay of Islands Maritime and Historic Park, St. Paul's Rock Scenic Reserve, sightseeing cruises, ferryboat rides, hiking tours and Whangaroa Harbor offer pleasures galore. russell • paihia • captain james cook • british whalers • soldiers and missionaries
Steller Sea Lion The fur of both the male and female is cinnamon. The male Stellers develop dense and thick neck long rough hair. This makes the animal look as if it has a mane like the African Lion, hence the name, “Sea Lion.” sea lion • eared • pacific northwest • japan • endangered
Butchart Gardens A visit to the Butchart Gardens and a surprise upon returning home. poppy • iris garden country manor
Ghost Stories of Washington: A Book Review Do you believe in ghosts? Barbara Smith's book, Ghost Stories of Washington, is a good place to begin your research into the subject. ghost • story • tales • wa • state
Iris Garden Country Manor Garden A delightful garden on Vancouver Island butchart garden • orchas • victoria
Basking in Baja Go scuba diving in the Sea of Cortez and see Baja's wonderful wildlife and scenery. scuba diving • scuba diving • scuba • scuba • skin diving
The Last Pretence
Linguists object, but apes, birds, and even squid won’t shut up. animals and language • koko • washoe • alex • parrot
Washington State 100 Years Ago I travel back in time 100 years to see what Washington State was like then. 1899 • pacific northwest • industrialization • cities • labor |
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