Category Archives: Oceanic Dolphins – Delphinidae

Whale Hugger – Patricia Scott from San Francisco Bay Area

Posted on August 29, 2010 by Whale Hugger

“Ruffles, or J-1 of the Southern Resident Orcas of the Pacific Northwest. He turns 50 years old this year. The whale who changed my life…” “Another creature who added magic to my life. An Atlantic Spotted Dolphin that was kind … Continue reading →

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Whale Hugger – John Honan from Unalaska, Alaska

Posted on August 29, 2010 by Whale Hugger

This is our newest whale hugger and we would like to thank John for sharing this information and doing his absolute best to help a whale in need. John Honan from Unalaska, Alaska submitted on Thursday, June 23, 2005 writes, … Continue reading →

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Dolphins In Danger

Posted on August 29, 2010 by Whale Hugger

Update on Dolphin Study Story – VICTORY – August 9, 2004! (San Francisco) – Earth Island Institute’s International Marine Mammal Project announced a major legal victory for dolphins today. In the case of Earth Island Institute v. Secretary of Commerce … Continue reading →

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Oceanic Dolphins – Delphinidae

Posted on August 28, 2010 by Whale Hugger

Delphinidae is by far the largest family of cetaceans and probably the best known by the general public. They are small to medium-sized, ranging from 5 to 30 feet in length with bodies that are sleek and streamlined. Most have … Continue reading →

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