Marine Mammals Archives - Page 8 of 13

Nov 7 2015 | karol orzechowski

Last Chance to Get It Right For The North Atlantic Right Whale

North Atlantic right whales are highly endangered. This article explores the options for industry and governments to ensure the survival of the species. READ MORE

Nov 3 2015 | karol orzechowski

A Wildlife Watching Code of Conduct

Wildlife watching can be a source of distress for animals if it isn't done properly. This case study looks at harbour seals and proposes a code of conduct. READ MORE

Oct 30 2015 | karol orzechowski

Debris in the Seas

The impact of debris - especially plastics - on marine wildlife is widespread and profound. READ MORE

Oct 20 2015 | karol orzechowski

Australian Humpback Whales Make a Comeback

Australian humpback whales have made a great population recovery, to the point that some think their conservation status should be revised. READ MORE

Oct 2 2015 | karol orzechowski

Ship Noise is a Stressor For Right Whales

Using baseline data from post-9/11 studies about reduced ship activity, researchers show that ship noise stresses right whales. READ MORE

Sep 29 2015 | karol orzechowski

Traditional Use, Tourism, and Conservation

Most local, culturally important species are threatened by traditional use practices, but they are more likely to be protected if they are involved in local tourism. READ MORE

Sep 22 2015 | karol orzechowski

Is It Possible to ‘Enrich’ Marine Animal Captivity?

Enriching the environment of captive fish is important, but we also need to develop our understanding and recognition of stress and pain in fish. READ MORE

Sep 19 2015 | karol orzechowski

Whaling in Norway: Subsidizing a Dead Industry

The government in Norway is subsidizing a whaling industry that most residents see as a relic of a distant past. READ MORE

Sep 13 2015 | karol orzechowski

Ship Noise and Killer Whales

Underwater ship noise has a slight impact on killer whales' movements and may limit their ability to catch prey, but the effects could be even greater. READ MORE

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