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Tag Archives: Whales
Ocean Noise: Something as Harmless as Sound can Destroy Sea Life!
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!
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
Whales, Dolphins and Porpoises (book)
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
Presence of Whales: Contemporary Writings (book)
Resource – Book Presence of Whales: Contemporary Writings by Frank Stewart Paperback: 319 pages Publisher: Alaska Northwest Books (June 1, 1995) Language: English ISBN-10: 0882404644 ISBN-13: 978-0882404646 Product Dimensions: 9 x 6 x 0.7 inches
Whale Tales: Human Interactions With Whales (book)
Resource – Book Whale Tales: Human Interactions With Whales by Peter J. Fromm and Andrew Seltser Reading level: Ages 9-12 Paperback: 160 pages Publisher: Whale Tales Press (April 2000) Language: English ISBN-10: 096487041X ISBN-13: 978-0964870413 Product Dimensions: 8.3 x 5.3 … Continue reading
