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Opposition is building against Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) projects in the Gulf of California, Mexico, driven by environmental concerns, particularly regarding the impact on whale populations. Activists are raising the dilemma of "whales or gas."
Rare video footage has emerged showing a group of ten female sperm whales cooperatively lifting a newborn calf to the ocean surface, enabling it to take its crucial first breath.
A German commentary piece reflects on humanity's impact on nature, referencing incidents like camels being botoxed, the decline of humpback whales, and the appearance of oarfish in Mexico as signs of environmental distress.
Marine biologists have documented how multiple adult female sperm whales surround a mother during birth and collectively help hoist the calf out of the water.
A German commentary piece explores the deep connection humans feel with marine mammals like whales, as well as with wolves. The article delves into the shared aspects and perceptions between humans and these wild animals.
Two new scientific studies, published on March 26, demonstrate that female sperm whales actively assist each other during birth, based on research conducted near Dominica in 2023.
A children's quiz features multiple-choice questions on topics such as the differences between snails and slugs and what whales consume, with questions submitted by children themselves.
A rare video filmed in 2023 has emerged, depicting female sperm whales from two distinct pods working together to assist another whale during the birth of its calf.
Footage captures two humpback whales employing a distinctive and visually striking hunting technique to trap their prey in the ocean.
Using drones, researchers have finally confirmed long-suspected observations that sperm whales engage in headbutting behavior, though the specific purpose of these interactions remains a mystery.
Researchers at Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution have discovered a recording of humpback whales off the coast of Bermuda in March 1949 buried in their archives, marking the oldest-known recording of whale song.
A fierce conflict between two distinct groups of killer whales is reportedly turning the North Pacific waters into a 'bloodbath', highlighting intense inter-pod aggression.
Mass stranding kills 21 protected pilot whales in Indonesia The Straits Times
Calls for more people to train as marine mammal medics so they can help rescue stranded animals.
Egypt's 40-million-year-old 'Valley of the Whales' provides answers to how whales ended up in a desert, revealing insights into ancient marine life and geological changes.
Cardano (ADA) is at risk of a significant 31% price drop following a large-scale sell-off of 210 million ADA tokens by major holders.
Shepherd's beaked whales live in the deep sea, and only come up to shore if something is wrong
Five multiple-choice questions – set by children – to test your knowledge, and a chance to submit your own junior brainteasers for future quizzes Submit a question Molly Oldfield hosts Everything Under the Sun, a podcast answering children’s questions. Do check out her books, Everything Under the Sun and Everything Under the Sun: Quiz Book, as well as her new title, Everything Under the Sun: All Around the World. Continue reading...
Ethereum is experiencing its longest weekly losing streak since 2022, with price pressure mounting as whale participation declines and liquidity tightens around key levels. While large-cap assets face renewed uncertainty, on-chain data also show selective capital movement into smaller DeFi protocols, including Mutuum Finance, reflecting uneven positioning across the market. Ethereum records sixth consecutive weekly […]
New research indicates that humpback whales are more frequently entangled in fishing gear during years when rising ocean temperatures reduce the availability of their cold-water habitats.
11 pygmy killer whales stranded in southern Taiwan Taiwan News
Several sperm whales that had washed ashore on shoals near Denmark's Fanø island in recent days have died, according to regional media reports.
Three sperm whales that stranded near Fanø, Denmark, are scheduled for removal by the Environmental Protection Agency. One of the whales will also undergo an autopsy.
Multiple sperm whales that became stranded on the Danish island of Fanø have all been confirmed dead. Their jaws will be analyzed at Copenhagen University.
On Sunday, all sperm whales on Fanø are confirmed dead. The jaws will be analyzed at the University of Copenhagen.
New research reveals sophisticated social behaviors in animals, from ants treating injuries and primates using same-sex behavior for harmony, to sperm whales communicating with vowel-like clicks.
A F.A.Z. podcast explores the fundamental question of the relationship between humans and wild animals, using the examples of humpback whales and wolves to discuss whether society has become more sensitive.
A novel lawsuit, with whales as plaintiffs, has succeeded in the Gulf of California, asserting their right to a safe habitat against large vessels. The ruling is based on the principle of equal entitlement to a liveable environment.
During a sea outing, the Ukrainian Antarctic expedition had a close encounter with several pairs of resting humpback whales.
A 1,000-year-old structure discovered under the sea in Norway could provide insights into how whales were once trapped. This archaeological find sheds light on historical practices related to marine life.
Researchers have analyzed the vocalizations of 'glavači' (likely whales) during calving, observing changes in clicking patterns, duration, and density of these clicks during the event.
A look into potential technological advancements and societal changes by 2050, including high-speed Hyperloop trains, floating ocean cities, communication with whales, and the revival of mammoths, currently being explored by research centers.
Scientists observed a unique event in July 2023 in the Caribbean where a birthing sperm whale was aided by ten other female whales in its group, a rare cooperative behavior now captured in an extraordinary video.
The remarkable comeback of Antarctic whales is now jeopardized by industrial trawlers intensely fishing for krill, their primary food source, in the Southern Ocean.
The article discusses the possibility of testing whales for PFAS chemicals in their blood, prompting concerns about the implications and subsequent actions regarding this environmental pollutant.
Scientists using drones have for the first time documented sperm whales head-butting in the Azores and Balearic Islands, confirming 19th-century whalers' accounts that inspired the novel Moby Dick. New reports, including German coverage, highlight the drone footage as definitive proof of the behavior that inspired Herman Melville's 'Moby-Dick'.
A strange sound recorded by American researchers in 1949, later identified as originating from long-finned whales, is now proving extremely useful for studying these marine mammals.
A rare and magnificent sight was captured in viral footage from Hawaii, showing three whales breaching the ocean surface one after another.
Large holders of XRP, known as whales, have transferred 3.8 billion tokens to the Binance exchange since January, raising speculation about a potential massive sell-off in the cryptocurrency market.
Calls for more people to train as marine mammal medics so they can help rescue stranded animals.
A report has concluded that the mass stranding and subsequent euthanasia of 55 pilot whales on the Isle of Lewis in 2023 was caused by the mammals' loyalty to their pod, specifically following a female having a difficult birth.
The MYX cryptocurrency has experienced a dramatic 95% crash in value over the past month, raising questions about its future.
A new report indicates that XRP whales now control 83.7% of the total supply, leading to speculation about the cryptocurrency's future price movements.
An environmental association, Sepanso, has requested an emergency suspension of the Flying Whales airship factory project in Gironde, France, citing irreversible environmental impacts on sensitive natural areas, while the company emphasizes job creation.
An autopsy performed on sperm whales could not determine the cause of their death, leaving the reason for their demise unexplained.
The Daily Star Bangladesh features an article about humpback whales, likely covering aspects of their biology, behavior, or conservation.
Two whales that were stranded are scheduled to be removed today.
Four sperm whales that stranded on Fanø island in Denmark have died, likely after getting lost on their migration south. Rescue efforts were unsuccessful.
Multiple sperm whales have stranded off a Danish island in the North Sea, with all of them eventually dying. This marks the third such stranding event in Denmark this year.
CryptoQuant reports that Bitcoin's sell pressure is easing, even as large investors, known as whales, continue to offload their holdings on exchanges.
An article from Die Presse discusses how reducing speed limits can better protect whales than rescue operations, using the example of Timmy the whale.
The gray whale, affectionately named 'Willapa Willy,' which had been spotted swimming 20 miles up Washington's Willapa River last week, was found dead on Saturday afternoon. Experts suggest hunger and a broader crisis for gray whales due to lack of food as likely causes.
The US has invoked national security to remove protections for the critically endangered Rice's whales, of which only about 50 remain, raising concerns about their potential extinction.
Orcas, never before seen in Seattle, have arrived in the area, delighting whale watchers. These particular whales are identifiable by circular scars left by cookie-cutter sharks.
A US federal committee, dubbed the 'God squad,' has exempted oil and gas drilling in the Gulf of Mexico from Endangered Species Act protections, a decision Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth justified as a matter of national security. Critics argue this move exploits a 'self-made gas crisis' and puts rare species like the Rice's whale, manatees, and sea turtles at significant risk.
Scientists have captured unprecedented footage of a sperm whale giving birth off the coast of Dominica, revealing that the mother received cooperative assistance from ten other female whales during the delivery. This rare observation provides new insights into complex social support among non-human species.
A rare and remarkable video has captured a whale giving birth in the ocean, with other whales appearing to assist in the process, highlighting unique social behaviors.
Drone videos and sound recordings have captured sperm whales in the Eastern Caribbean helping one another during a birth, with a group surrounding the mother and supporting the newborn's first breaths.
New film footage has for the first time documented sperm whales using powerful headbutts, a behavior previously only anecdotally reported in the 19th century when they allegedly sank whaling ships.
Aoba Ichiko will perform in Budapest for the first time on March 21st. In an interview with Telex, she talked about the relationship between silence and music, the beautiful souls of Japanese people, and what it's like to swim with whales.
Patricia Piccinini’s bulbous creation first took flight in 2013, and was joined by a partner in 2021.
Fifty-five long-finned pilot whales became stranded on the coast near Bali, prompting intervention from authorities, but many of them could not be saved. Human activity is suspected as a contributing factor.
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Calls for more people to train as marine mammal medics so they can help rescue stranded animals.
Fossils of primitive Mysticeti whales, including nearly complete skulls, jaws, and vertebrae dating back 10 million years, have been found on Galé beach in Portugal, marking a significant Miocene discovery.
The Administrative Court of Bordeaux has rejected an environmental association's request to suspend the construction of a controversial Flying Whales airship factory in Laruscade, Gironde, validating its implantation.
Large groups of whales, specifically killer whales and humpback whales, are making herring fishing very challenging for fishermen in Norway, posing a significant problem for the industry.
An article discusses the cryptocurrency assets that major investors, known as 'crypto whales,' are reportedly accumulating for potential gains by March 2026.
Autopsies performed on sperm whales found near Fanø and Skallingen in Denmark have not yet revealed the cause of their deaths, with final results pending.
Eleven pygmy killer whales have become stranded on the coast of southern Taiwan, prompting rescue efforts.
A US ocean regulator is facing criticism for making changes to a rule designed to protect right whales, sparking concerns among environmental groups and conservationists.
Three sperm whales have become stranded near Fanø, Denmark, prompting authorities to plan their removal. One of the whales will undergo an autopsy to determine the cause of stranding.
Big investors are actively seeking undervalued cryptocurrencies like Binance Coin (BNB), Dogecoin (DOGE), and Mutuum Finance (MUTM) in anticipation of the 2026 bull run.
All six whales that became stranded on Fanø island have now died, marking a tragic outcome for the marine mammals.
XRP's exchange reserves have reportedly plunged, leading to speculation that large investors, or 'whales,' are accumulating the cryptocurrency.