Articles related to "Whales And Dolphins"

Regional Guidelines for Whale and Dolphin Watching encourage growing nature tourism businesses to avoid disturbance to breeding and migrating populations in the Pacific.

Military activity, oil exploration and algal blooms being examined, as multiple cetacean mass stranding incidents in the UK, Madagascar, Senegal and Japan trigger concern

Most people have heard CDs filled with whale sounds or songs. While it is a unique and relaxing sound, these chirps and clicks mean a lot more to whales than relaxation.

More often than not, when a whale or dolphin beaches itself, scientists look at sonar as a possible cause. Is sonar responsible for substantial cetacean deaths?

Whales and dolphins have long fascinated people and remain an image of paramount beauty and oceanic grace. But where did they come from?

If you are in Reykjavic for a weekend, don't miss the opportunity of an exciting afternoon's whale watching. Humpbacks, minke whales and dolphins are almost guaranteed.

The Marine Mammal Protection Act is America's greatest contribution to cetacean and pinniped conservation. Is it enough to protect whales, dolphins, porpoises, and seals?

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.

Sail on Royal Clipper in the Mediterranean this summer and assist in various working marine biology projects while learning about conservation at the same time.

In Southern California, San Diego is one of the best places for whale watching cruises. Hornblower Cruises sail from the harbor to see Pacific gray whales and dolphins.

Kauai whale watching cruises travel up the na Pali coast and to Niihau (the Forbidden Island) in search of humpback whales and spinner dolphins.

Trish Regan and Doug Hackett conduct daily swims with wild dolphins on the big island of Hawaii. Participants can learn about interactions of cetaceans with humans.

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.

Actress and singer Hayden Panettiere, known for her roles in TV's Heroes and the movie Ice Princess, champions the cause of Whaleman's Save the Whales Again campaign.

The Moray Firth in North East Scotland is home to some of the largest bottle-nosed dolphins in the world. Sailings from the port of Buckie offer an excellent opportunit

Despite the fact that the vaquita is literally on the brink of extinction, global media coverage and conservation efforts seem slight. Has the species been discounted?

One of Ireland's most important attractions, the Blarney Castle and kissing the Blarney Stone is tops on most visitor's list of things to see and do while in Ireland.

Here are guidelines for what to do for a beached whale, porpoise, dolphin, seal, sea lion or sea otter, whether dead or alive.

Animals have been used for the entertainment of humans for centuries, recently the curtain has come down reveling the abuses these animals have suffered.

Dolphins let only half of their brain sleep at a time so that they can stay alert and breathe underwater.

Whale watching companies and natural resource protection agencies have joined forces to develop Whale SENSE, a program that promotes good ocean stewardship.

The lighthouse on Cap-de-Bon-Désir east of Tadoussac is part of the Saguenay-St. Lawrence Marine Park and stands close to a beach where whales can be watched from land.

Changes in dive patterns in response to naval exercises may cause the bends in beaked whales. Understanding why these marine mammals react to sonar may reduce losses.

Oceanic and coastal marine species live around a mountaintop 25 metres below the surface of the sea.

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.

The Midnight Sun Marathon in the Norwegian Arctic must be one of the most spectacular and scenic in the world. The race takes place each midsummer weekend around Tromso.

Discover how volcanoes formed Spain's Islands in the Atlantic, how early inhabitants mummified their dead and how bounty from the Americas made Tenerife rich.

Diana Darke is a Middle East specialist who used to live in Oman. Sandra Shields lived there for three years and revisited several times to research this guide.

With amazing coral reefs and thousands of kilometers of shoreline, water activities are a major draw in the tropical island paradise of the Maldives

A unique survey of South America's river dolphin populations is giving a clearer picture of the status of two threatened species and the rivers they live in.

Beached whales often die despite the best efforts of those trying save them. Often the damage is already done as a result of being out of the water.

International cooperation is necessary to save whales.

Summer is a warm, beautiful season on Canada's east coast: a region filled with travel ideas for an active summer family vacation spent outdoors.

The sardine run is not only a fish frenzy but also an unexplained phenomenon of the deep blue, making it ideal for scuba diving.

San Juan Island holds summer adventures for families looking for a fun, affordable vacation. Tour harbors, museums, parks, beaches and whale-watching excursions.

Bored with your everyday life? Take a trip to an alien world, undersea realm, or alternate universe in these fun fantasy chapter books with fantasy wizards and ETs.

Early in US history, American-made pencils were vastly inferior compared to those from Europe. It was Thoreau who discovered the secret to European pencil quality.

Fishing co-operatively and singing long complex songs which change over time.

Family groups often stay together for life, and different groups have developed their own cultures.

Lighthouses are visible beacons of maritime history along the coasts of Québec, and many of them offer interesting ways to experience the old way of life along the sea.

Mammals are arguably the most diverse group within the animal kingdom. They range in size and shape from huge whales to tiny mice and inhabit both land and sea.

When push comes to shove, the legendary Great White Shark doesn't stand a chance.

If they travel to this town on Australia's East coast, holiday makers can try surfing, whale watching, safaris on Lighthouse Beach and visiting sick koalas on Lord St.

There are distinct differences between albino animals and those that are "white," and there are specific traits to look for in order to distinguish these rare conditions.

Hunting has brought the Right Whales close to extinction, their slow movements made them an easy target.

Pelorus Jack was a famous dolphin who escorted ships through dangerous passages.

Cooperative survey by multiple NGOs and governments helps to improve protection for South American freshwater dolphins as habitat use and threats are better understood.

When the Japanese start killing the entire world's dolphin and whale population, Stan decides to take action. Whale whores is a gruesome episode with a funny punch line.

Spermaceti in the enormous head helps diving, and squid beaks cause ambergris production.

This enormous whale was hunted to the brink of extinction, and there are still fears for its future.