Category Archives: Cetacea

Cetacea is the order of marine mammals that includes whales and dolphins. This group is subdivided into two groups, the Mysticeti (baleen whales) and the Odontoceti (toothed whales).

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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Killer Whales of Southern Alaska (book)

Posted on August 29, 2010 by Whale Hugger

Resource – Book Killer Whales of Southern Alaska by Craig Matkin Paperback: 96 pages Publisher: North Gulf Oceanic Society, Alabama (1999) Language: English ISBN-10: 0963346792 ISBN-13: 978-0963346797 Product Dimensions: 10.6 x 8.9 x 0.3 inches Shipping Weight: 13.6 ounces

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Whales, Dolphins and Porpoises (book)

Posted on August 29, 2010 by Whale Hugger

Resources – Book Whales, Dolphins and Porpoises by Mark Carwardine Flexibound: 256 pages Publisher: DK ADULT (May 15, 2002) Language: English ISBN-10: 0789489902 ISBN-13: 978-0789489906 Product Dimensions: 8.1 x 5.7 x 0.8 inches Shipping Weight: 1 pounds

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Among Whales (book)

Posted on August 29, 2010 by Whale Hugger

Resource – Book Among Whales by Roger Payne Paperback: 432 pages Publisher: Delta (September 1, 1996) Language: English ISBN-10: 0385316593 ISBN-13: 978-0385316590 Product Dimensions: 9.2 x 6.1 x 1.1 inches Shipping Weight: 1 pounds

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