Cetaceans
Endangered Right Whales Filmed in Bering Sea at Winter for First Time Ever
The footage was captured by Captain Josh Trosvig of the cod fishing vessel Cerulean off the coast of Unimak Island in Alaska.
Faroe Islands to Review Dolphin Hunt Polices After Massacre Sparks Outrage
Photos and videos of nearly 1,500 dolphins being slaughtered were condemned across social media.
2 Beluga Whales Held in Captivity for 10 Years Returned to Ocean
The whales are currently acclimatizing in a care facility at a first-of-its kind sea sanctuary before their eventual release.
These Dolphins Beach Themselves As Part of a 'Risky' Feeding Behavior
"This type of feeding is very risky, as dolphins run the risk of remaining stranded," said researcher Daniele Cagnazzi.
Endangered Blue Whales Spotted Off New England Coast
The whales were observed in the Northeast Canyons and Seamounts Marine National Monument, located around 130 miles east-southeast of Cape Cod, Massachusetts.
Strange Blobs Washed Up on Beaches Confirmed As 'Whale Vomit': Study
For centuries, ambergris has been highly prized for its unique for its use a perfume ingredient.
Dolphin Suffers Brutal Death After Being Stabbed in the Head
The fatal wound, located above the right eye, measured around 6 inches in length and penetrated through to the top of the skull.
Male Dolphins Make Friends Through Shared Interests, Just like Humans
Researchers investigated a unique group of dolphins in Western Australia which use sponges as tools to forage for food.
Bizarre, Prehistoric Four-legged Whale Discovered
Peregocetus pacificus was unearthed in marine sediments on the coast of Peru.
This Prehistoric Whale Was a Fearsome Predator
Basilosaurus isis roamed the oceans between 38 and 34 million years ago.
Orcas Have Personalities Similar to Humans
Killer whales live in highly complex societies, much like humans.
Dolphins Can't Communicate Properly Due to Human Noise
Below the surface, the oceans are not as quiet as you might think.
Narwhal Hearts Almost Stop When Stressed
In most animals, stress and exercise increase heart rates.
Dolphins Have Humanlike Cultures and Giant Brains
Dolphins are helping science understand the connection between brain size and culture.