Lost At Sea: How Whales Lose Their Way Home
Though it sounds strange, whales often get lost at sea. Some eventually find their way back home but many don’t. Here are the reasons why this happens.
What are the Differences between Whales, Porpoises, and Dolphins?
Whales, Porpoises, and Dolphins are all cetaceans but there are differences between each species. Whales, Porpoises, and Dolphins are all members of the cetacean species. They are also referred to as placental marine mammals since they carry their fetus in their uterus during most of the fetal developmental stage. They feed, suckle and give birth…
Species Profile: The Pygmy Sperm Whale
The Pygmy Sperm Whale is a very rare and relatively small-sized species of whale that’s commonly mistaken for its cousin, the Dwarf Sperm Whale.
Species Profile: The Dwarf Sperm Whale
The Dwarf Sperm Whale is one of only two cetacean species that can eject “ink” to scare off would-be predators. The Dwarf Sperm Whale is one of only three surviving species in the sperm whale family. These creatures are very rarely sighted out at sea, so the much that’s known about them is gathered from studying…
Species Profile: The Common Bryde’s Whale
The Common Bryde’s Whale is a baleen whale known for being inquisitive about humans. Out in the ocean, they will approach boats and swim along side them.
Differences Between Sharks And Whales: Which Is A Mammal Or A Fish?
Drawing a line between Sharks And Whales can get confusing. Here, we’ll learn which is a mammal or a fish and the most important differences between both.
15 Facts About Whales You Probably Did Not Know
Learn more than you probably knew before about different whales in our compilation of facts about whales and explore the hidden world of these giants of the Oceans.
Species Profile: The Sei Whale
The Sei Whale is the fourth largest baleen whale and presently and endangered species. It’s also a common victim of Cookie-Cutter Shark bites.
Surprising Facts About Whale Ancestors
Apparently whale ancestors were nothing like the gentle giants we know today. It may come as a surprise to know that millions of years back, whales looked next to nothing like what we know them to be today. For one thing, they were unbelievably much smaller than their modern descendants. In addition, they had very
Why Do Whales Breach? Answers From Science
If you always thought whales breach out of water just for fun, you’re not alone. Scientists now have some explanations for this behavior.