Why are whales throwing seaweed on their heads?
Scientists think the newly found behaviour, called kelping, could be a form of play.
2023-10-21 10:58
The islands that went from whale hunting to whale watching
The remote Azores archipelago used to be known for its whale hunting. These days, however, it's better known for whale watching -- and is officially one of the most sustainable places on the planet to see the animals.
2023-10-12 18:22
Fact-checking Donald Trump's claim that wind turbines kill whales
The former president blamed wind farms for a spike in whale deaths - but his claims don't stand up.
2023-09-27 05:27
Donald Trump Blames Dead Whales on Windmills Driving Them 'Batty'
VIDEO: Donald Trump has a whale of a take on wind power.
2023-09-26 09:58
Whale hunting resumes in Iceland under strict rules
Minister says Icelanders' values have changed, but allows whaling to resume with restrictions.
2023-09-01 04:21
From eco-tours to aid convoy: How a non-profit is filling aid gaps in Maui
On a typical day, the Ocean Spirit would be operating eco-tours across Maui as part of the non-profit Pacific Whale Foundation's marine conservation and education program. The ship survived the Maui wildfires earlier this week that leveled entire communities and killed at least 80 people because it was anchored off Lahaina and not in the harbor (another foundation ship, moored in the harbor, was not so lucky).
2023-08-13 01:17
Peruvian fossil challenges blue whales for size
An ancient, long-extinct whale could have tipped the scales at close to 200 tonnes, scientists say.
2023-08-03 08:51
Ancient whale from Peru may be most massive animal ever on Earth
By Will Dunham Move over, blue whale. There is a new contender for the most massive animal in
2023-08-02 23:23
Donegal: Humpback whale sighting like 'lottery win'
Humpback whales have been recorded in north west waters for the first time in almost 25 years.
2023-06-21 17:47
North American lobster industry confronts 'ropeless' traps after whale entanglements
By Lauren Owens Lambert MONHEGAN ISLAND, Maine An emerging technology to fish for lobsters virtually ropeless to prevent
2023-06-07 19:51
Alleged Russian 'spy' whale now in Swedish waters
A beluga whale widely speculated to be an alleged Russian "spy" has entered Swedish waters, according to OneWhale, an organization set up to protect the animal's health and welfare.
2023-05-30 23:49
Norway warns people to keep away from 'spy' whale for animal's safety
People should "avoid contact" with a famous beluga whale to avoid accidentally injuring or killing it, the Norwegian Directorate of Fisheries has said.
2023-05-24 22:17