1 July 2025
Protection for sharks, sloths and species in demand for pet trade up for debate at UN wildlife meeting
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Explore: whales
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10 June 2025
Facts about North Atlantic right whales
Read more10 June 2025
Global leaders launch High Ambition Coalition for a Quiet Ocean at UN Ocean Conference in Nice
Read more22 May 2025
The importance of whale watching: protecting marine life through responsible tourism
Read more14 April 2025
Fin whales safe from harpoons for another year in Iceland
Read more14 April 2025
North Atlantic right whale 2025 calving season: report card
Read more11 April 2025
The fastest whales and dolphins in the ocean
Read more11 April 2025
12 animals that help people and the planet
Read more10 April 2025
FAQ about whales
Read more7 April 2025
How rising water temperatures impact marine and aquatic life
Read more27 March 2025
How whale poop and phytoplankton are fighting climate change
Read more24 March 2025
Animals of the Arctic
Read more20 March 2025
Iceland’s season of slaughter is about to begin—time is running out to save whales
Read more12 March 2025
What is a marine mammal? A complete guide
Read more23 December 2024
Are dolphins whales?
Read more13 December 2024
Protecting whales and supporting fisheries: New initiative to reduce threats in Canada
Read more20 November 2024
Top 10 animal victories of 2024
Read more25 October 2024
106,608 signatures against whaling delivered to Japanese embassies
Read more10 September 2024
16 of the world’s most endangered animals in 2024
Read more6 September 2024
16 Terrific Animals With Tusks: Facts & Photos
Read more14 August 2024
Are fin whales finished? Japan resumes commercial hunt
Read more26 July 2024
Warm-blooded animals
Read more24 July 2024
What is bycatch?
Read more19 July 2024
15 of the most endangered animals in the ocean
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