Latest news and stories about whale and dolphin conservation

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Whale Trails

A deep dive into where, why, and how whales migrate – and how to protect their blue corridors. From gray whales undertaking epic transoceanic journeys to minkes navigating shorter, seasonal shifts, whale migrations are deeply entwined with the arc of their lives and the health of the world's oceans.

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Deep Connections - the social lives of sperm whales 

The morning sun reflects on the Mediterranean Sea as our research vessel, the WWF Blue Panda, cuts through the peaceful waters off Greece's northwestern islands. It's July 2024, and from the observation platform, I scan the horizon while our team listens for marine life through our specialized hydrophone trailing behind us - our acoustic window into the deep.

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Protecting the next generation of whales starts here

Tropical, sheltered waters are the perfect place for humpbacks to breed and raise their vulnerable calves. But mothers and their babies will soon set off on a perilous journey.

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Whales’ frozen lifeline - polar feeding grounds

A story on how declining sea ice could be catastrophic for whales around the world, unless we act now to safeguard these incredible creatures for future generations 

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