Category Archives: Cetacea Danger

Ocean Noise: Something as Harmless as Sound can Destroy Sea Life!

Posted on September 2, 2010 by Whale Hugger

When one thinks of all the dangers threatening whales and dolphins, ocean noise is not one that comes to mind right away, but is one that is increasing every day. A study showed that ambient noise in the oceans rose … Continue reading →

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Pollution: Ocean Trash and Toxic Runoff Endanger Sea Life!

Posted on September 2, 2010 by Whale Hugger

Toxic Exposure Toxic substances accumulate in the highest concentrations as they move up the food chain. Orca Whales, being the top predator in their environment, are more affected by pollutants than other sea creatures. Examinations of stranded killer whales have … Continue reading →

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Cetacean Surface Threats !

Posted on August 29, 2010 by Whale Hugger

The popularity of the orca whales of the Pacific Northwest has a dark side as dozens of whale-watching vessels follow the whales as they travel through the area. Although there are specific laws regulating this activity, many operators choose to … Continue reading →

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Aboriginal Whaling

Posted on August 29, 2010 by Whale Hugger

Aboriginal Subsistence Whaling When I first started researching modern whaling for these pages, I was pleasantly adrift in the land of denial, thinking that except for a few rogue nations and scattered native groups, whaling had been banned on this … Continue reading →

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Commercial Whaling

Posted on August 29, 2010 by Whale Hugger

This wonderful poster is provided by Mike, of “Gray Whales with Winston” who keeps us informed with the latest news and entertained with his wonderful holiday cards. Mike and Winston are fighting to stop commercial whaling, and you should too! … Continue reading →

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