Japan would be a winner if it called a halt to whaling

Japan would be a winner if it called a halt to whaling: "Whaling remains a deeply unprofitable activity, one that only continues thanks to generous government subsidies. Industrial whaling in Japan is a post-World War II phenomenon, so claims that it is part of a deep cultural tradition are baseless."

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Whale 'waving' at tourists exposed to 4.5m Facebook users | Caboolture News

Whale 'waving' at tourists exposed to 4.5m Facebook users | Caboolture News: "Blue Dolphin Marine Tours operator Peter Lynch snapped a classic photo of tourists waving to the whale who appears to wave back."

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Male dolphins form lifelong alliances for mating purposes - Tampa Bay Environmental News | Examiner.com

Male dolphins form lifelong alliances for mating purposes - Tampa Bay Environmental News | Examiner.com: "In new research by Dr. Quincy Gibson, assistant professor of Coastal Behavioral Biology from the University of North Florida, dolphins work together to have access to females for mating purposes reported WLTV on June 28."

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Wildlife Extra News - One of the world's rarest and least known whales photographed off South Australia

Wildlife Extra News - One of the world's rarest and least known whales photographed off South Australia: "A small pod of extremely rare Shepherd's beaked whales has been spotted and photographed off South Australia's Kangaroo Island by a team from the International Fund for Animal Welfare (IFAW) who were conducting an acoustic whale research survey. These whales are so rarely seen that no population estimate for them exists."

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Wildlife Extra News - Killer whales off the west coast of Ireland

Wildlife Extra News - Killer whales off the west coast of Ireland:

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10 Reasons to Create Marine Reserves Around Antarctica - The Pew Charitable Trusts

10 Reasons to Create Marine Reserves Around Antarctica - The Pew Charitable Trusts:

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More rings than you can count! The gnarled beauty of the oldest living tree that started growing as a sapling nearly 5,000 years ago when the pyramids were being built | Mail Online

More rings than you can count! The gnarled beauty of the oldest living tree that started growing as a sapling nearly 5,000 years ago when the pyramids were being built | Mail Online: "Standing atop the White Mountains of the Inyo National Forest, California, the majestic Great Basin Bristlecone Pines are considered the oldest trees in the world."

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Giant's whale of a show Tasmania News - The Mercury - The Voice of Tasmania

Giant's whale of a show Tasmania News - The Mercury - The Voice of Tasmania: "IT is not often residents of the northern suburbs of Hobart get a chance to whale watch from their homes."

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White humpback whale returns to Oz | Asia News – Politics, Media, Education | Asian Correspondent

White humpback whale returns to Oz | Asia News – Politics, Media, Education | Asian Correspondent: "Migaloo, a male white humpback whale, was once thought to be the only white example of his species. Now he’s been spotted off the coast of Australia after spending the summer in Antarctica. The humpback whale’s migratory path will eventually bring him to the Coral Sea."

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Shark fin proposal divides federal and state government in Hawai - Hawaii News Now - KGMB and KHNL

Shark fin proposal divides federal and state government in Hawai - Hawaii News Now - KGMB and KHNL: "A battle is brewing between the state and federal government and it centers on sharks."

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Worldwide Simultaneous Demonstrations About Dolphins and Whales in Captivity | The Scuba News

Worldwide Simultaneous Demonstrations About Dolphins and Whales in Captivity | The Scuba News: "The world is pushing back on the acceptability of keeping marine mammals in captivity, and pushing together on July 27TH, 2013, in a worldwide event called Empty the Tanks."

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Sea Shepherd's Paul Watson names new ship after slain Costa Rican turtle activist / News Briefs / More news / Costa Rica Newspaper, The Tico Times

Sea Shepherd's Paul Watson names new ship after slain Costa Rican turtle activist / News Briefs / More news / Costa Rica Newspaper, The Tico Times: "The international conservation group Sea Shepherd in August will add a new vessel to their fleet and it will be named after Jairo Mora Sandoval, the 26-year-old Costa Rican environmentalist who was found dead on Moín Beach, on the northern Caribbean coast on May 31."

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Common Dolphin | American Cetacean Society

Common Dolphin | American Cetacean Society: "The common dolphin throughout history has often been recorded in art and literature. It was recently proposed that two forms of this species, the short- and long-beaked common dolphin, represent two distinct species."

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10 Sea Creatures With Amazing Disguises

10 Sea Creatures With Amazing Disguises:

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The 4 Most Endangered Seal Species | Extinction Countdown, Scientific American Blog Network

The 4 Most Endangered Seal Species | Extinction Countdown, Scientific American Blog Network:

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The 6 Most Endangered Feline Species | Extinction Countdown, Scientific American Blog Network

The 6 Most Endangered Feline Species | Extinction Countdown, Scientific American Blog Network:

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A Turn in the Tide for Sharks and Their Public Image | Surprising Science

A Turn in the Tide for Sharks and Their Public Image | Surprising Science: "Sharks have it tougher than most when it comes to public relations. Unlike a number of disgraced celebrities, politicians and athletes who’ve somewhat managed to come out on the other side of a scandal, the marine creatures haven’t been able to shake their bad reputation for 38 years. What’s more, they probably didn’t even deserve it in the first place."

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Banda The Basking Shark's Amazing Journey To The Tropics

Banda The Basking Shark's Amazing Journey To The Tropics:

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Air New Zealand puts outright ban on shark fin cargo - National News | TVNZ

Air New Zealand puts outright ban on shark fin cargo - National News | TVNZ:

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Pictured: Spectacular moment a great white shark leaps 8ft into the air as it clamps its jaws around a fleeing seal | Mail Online

Pictured: Spectacular moment a great white shark leaps 8ft into the air as it clamps its jaws around a fleeing seal | Mail Online:

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Qantas puts total ban on all shark fin | South China Morning Post

Qantas puts total ban on all shark fin | South China Morning Post: "Qantas yesterday announced a ban on carrying all shark fin, joining the growing number of airlines to impose a total ban on the controversial cargo following a campaign led by Hong Kong environmentalists."

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Wolf Settlement Bill Passes Oregon Senate — Oregon Wild

Wolf Settlement Bill Passes Oregon Senate — Oregon Wild: "After passing the Oregon House by a wide margin earlier this month, the Oregon Senate unanimously passed HB3452. The bill now awaits the signature of Governor Kitzhaber and the passage of a rule by the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife (ODFW) Commission before taking effect."

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Shannon Dolphin and Wildlife Foundation

Shannon Dolphin and Wildlife Foundation:

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DNR Board Approves Increased Wolf Hunt Quota | Wisconsin Public Radio News

DNR Board Approves Increased Wolf Hunt Quota | Wisconsin Public Radio News:

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Deadline Looms for Captive Orca Whale; You Can Help Lolita, the Fisheries Service is Listening Until 6/28/13 | Candace Calloway Whiting - seattlepi.com

Deadline Looms for Captive Orca Whale; You Can Help Lolita, the Fisheries Service is Listening Until 6/28/13 | Candace Calloway Whiting - seattlepi.com: "Please make comments by June 28th at the Federal site!"

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Spotted at Sea: Whales and Tsunami Debris | The Blog Aquatic

Spotted at Sea: Whales and Tsunami Debris | The Blog Aquatic:

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More airlines ban shark fin cargo - CNN.com

More airlines ban shark fin cargo - CNN.com: "Three more Asia-Pacific based airlines have announced plans to ban shark's fin cargo from their flights."

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Bowhead Whale | American Cetacean Society

Bowhead Whale | American Cetacean Society: "The bowhead whale, formerly known by Yankee whalers as the Greenland right whale, is a taxonomic relative of the right whale. It received its name from the high, arched upper jaw that somewhat resembles the shape of an archer's bow"

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Bottlenose Dolphin | American Cetacean Society

Bottlenose Dolphin | American Cetacean Society: "The bottlenose dolphin is perhaps one of the most well known cetaceans, because of its widespread use in marine parks and research facilities."

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10News - Mega-pod of dolphins spotted near Mission Bay - 10News.com - News

10News - Mega-pod of dolphins spotted near Mission Bay - 10News.com - News:

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Cutest Polar Bears and Penguin Pics - Likes

Cutest Polar Bears and Penguin Pics - Likes:

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Dolphins Are Choking To Death On Fish - Business Insider

Dolphins Are Choking To Death On Fish - Business Insider:

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Lolita: For the Greater Good | OceansApart

Lolita: For the Greater Good | OceansApart:

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Is the far right driving gray wolves to extinction? - Salon.com

Is the far right driving gray wolves to extinction? - Salon.com: "The Fish and Wildlife Service bows to pressure from antigovernment groups, removing the animals' endangered status"

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Claim: Clean energy project could kill off killer whales | The Daily Caller

Claim: Clean energy project could kill off killer whales | The Daily Caller: "A new clean energy project could wipe out the killer whales off the coast of Washington State, according to an environmental group dedicated to protecting the mammals."

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HotSpots – A Round up of UK Spring Sightings - WDC

HotSpots – A Round up of UK Spring Sightings - WDC: "Spring seemed to take a while to arrive this year as winter kept an icy grip for much longer than normal. Once the warmer weather arrived the wildlife around the UK jumped into action including beneath the waves. As the water temperature rises with the changing of the season and more light penetrates its depths, Spring blooms of plankton make the sea an extremely productive place at this time of year."

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Empty the Tanks Worldwide: Orcas Belong in the Open Ocean

Empty the Tanks Worldwide: Orcas Belong in the Open Ocean:

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Sea Shepherd Australia :: After a year in exile, Sea Shepherd Founder Captain Paul Watson will speak to the public on Live Radio

Sea Shepherd Australia :: After a year in exile, Sea Shepherd Founder Captain Paul Watson will speak to the public on Live Radio:

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Beloved orca calf, once thought dead, resurfaces | Q13 FOX News

Beloved orca calf, once thought dead, resurfaces | Q13 FOX News: " Pacific Whale Watch Association crews spot a baby orca once thought to be dead."

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Photographing Life Underwater with Mike Ellis | ApogeePhoto.com

Photographing Life Underwater with Mike Ellis | ApogeePhoto.com: "Photography is truly a form of art, but when you take that camera under water, the photographer is entering a whole new realm.  Mike Ellis creates stunning images within a fluid world where his photo subjects glide, dart and dive through the ocean waters.  His talents are unquestionable and his creative view into the lives of the playful Atlantic Spotted Dolphin, the agile Tiger Shark and others will keep you riveted to your computer screen."

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Blue Whale | American Cetacean Society

Blue Whale | American Cetacean Society:

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Boto (Amazon River Dolphin) | American Cetacean Society

Boto (Amazon River Dolphin) | American Cetacean Society:

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Center celebrates latest whale release - Taipei Times

Center celebrates latest whale release - Taipei Times: "A rescued pygmy killer whale that beached on the coast of Pingtung County in April was released back to the sea last week after a record 66 days of rehabilitation involving the efforts of more than 1,000 volunteers."

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Seafish bid to overturn ban Today's News - The Mercury - The Voice of Tasmania

Seafish bid to overturn ban Today's News - The Mercury - The Voice of Tasmania:

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Whaling case kicks off in The Hague | Perth Now

Whaling case kicks off in The Hague | Perth Now: "IT'S been a long time coming but finally Australian lawyers will stand before the 16 judges of the International Court of Justice and ask them to ban Japan from harpooning whales in the Southern Ocean."

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Here's looking at chew flipper: Rare bubblegum PINK river dolphin makes a splash in the Amazon | Mail Online

Here's looking at chew flipper: Rare bubblegum PINK river dolphin makes a splash in the Amazon | Mail Online:

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PIA | Philippine Information Agency | Endangered dolphin back in seawaters after its recovery

PIA | Philippine Information Agency | Endangered dolphin back in seawaters after its recovery: "rough-toothed dolphin (scientific name: Steno bredanensis) was released back to sea few hours after it was trapped in a fish net owned by a fisherman in Barangay Pagsanaan in Badoc town last week. The marine mammal is an endangered species.
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Morro Bay Aquarium’s future is up for debate | Local News | SanLuisObispo.com

Morro Bay Aquarium’s future is up for debate | Local News | SanLuisObispo.com: "The fate of the controversial Morro Bay Aquarium will be discussed Tuesday.

The Morro Bay City Council will debate then whether the city should renew the lease for the small waterfront aquarium or look for a new tenant. Aquarium owners Dean and Bertha Tyler have applied for a new 10-year lease."

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WWF - Mexico approves measure to save world's rarest marine mammal

WWF - Mexico approves measure to save world's rarest marine mammal:

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Keeping a Wolf at Home to Save the Species | Raw File | Wired.com

Keeping a Wolf at Home to Save the Species | Raw File | Wired.com: "Getting photos of wolves is difficult. It usually requires traveling into the farthest reaches of North America or other remote locations. But photographer Camille Seaman in Oakland only needed to cross the San Francisco Bay to find one for her latest project."

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Suspect shark ban - Fiji Times Online

Suspect shark ban - Fiji Times Online: "NATIONAL carrier Air Pacific yesterday announced a ban on the carriage of shark fins and shark-related products from "unsustainable and unverified sources".

And the airline has made a commitment to work with conservation partners and the fishing industry to ensure that all shark-related products that are ferried by the carrier are from sustainable sources."

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Wildlife and Habitat Conservation News: Of Wolves and Elk in Yellowstone National Park

Wildlife and Habitat Conservation News: Of Wolves and Elk in Yellowstone National Park: "What does the rising wolf population mean for the elk in Yellowstone? A new study casts light on this question. It turns out that the mere presence of wolves, previously shown to affect the behavior of elk in the greater Yellowstone ecosystem, is not potent enough to reduce the body condition and reproductive rates of female elk, according to new research."

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Killer whale steals halibut from angler's hook | GrindTV.com

Killer whale steals halibut from angler's hook | GrindTV.com: "Alaska is famous for its halibut fishing, and for its killer whale sightings. But rarely are halibut and killer whales videotaped simultaneously, and very few people, if any, have captured such vivid footage of a killer whale, or orca, attacking a halibut at the end of an angler’s line."

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Whaling court battle begins Tasmania News - The Mercury - The Voice of Tasmania

Whaling court battle begins Tasmania News - The Mercury - The Voice of Tasmania: "SEA Shepherd activists are preparing for another whaling battle if an international court case fails to stop Japanese whalers."

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Beluga Whale | American Cetacean Society

Beluga Whale | American Cetacean Society:

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Baird’s Beaked Whale | American Cetacean Society

Baird’s Beaked Whale | American Cetacean Society:

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New type of killer whale discovered

New type of killer whale discovered: "Scientists have categorized a new type of killer whale, seen in the wild for the first time. A clue about the mammal was traced back to a skeleton found in 1955."

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India Banned Dolphin Captivity on Moral Grounds | Motherboard

India Banned Dolphin Captivity on Moral Grounds | Motherboard: "India has become the world's fourth country to ban the keeping of captive dolphins."

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A Year Of Killer Whale News Since ‘Death at SeaWorld’ was Released | DEATH AT SEAWORLD: Shamu and the Dark Side of Killer Whales in Captivity

A Year Of Killer Whale News Since ‘Death at SeaWorld’ was Released | DEATH AT SEAWORLD: Shamu and the Dark Side of Killer Whales in Captivity:

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Tales of whales bring people out to St. John's waters - Nfld. & Labrador - CBC News

Tales of whales bring people out to St. John's waters - Nfld. & Labrador - CBC News:

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Atlantic longline bluefin tuna fishing halted for the rest of the year - Washington DC Outdoor Recreation | Examiner.com

Atlantic longline bluefin tuna fishing halted for the rest of the year - Washington DC Outdoor Recreation | Examiner.com:

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Whale detection: New innovative use of SSC's Maritime Surveillance System

Whale detection: New innovative use of SSC's Maritime Surveillance System:

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Changing ocean temperatures, circulation patterns affecting young Atlantic cod food supply

Changing ocean temperatures, circulation patterns affecting young Atlantic cod food supply:

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World's largest all-solar-powered boat shines in NYC

World's largest all-solar-powered boat shines in NYC:

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Hong Kong's pink dolphin is no souvenir | South China Morning Post

Hong Kong's pink dolphin is no souvenir | South China Morning Post: "Few Hong Kong animals are as beloved as the Chinese white dolphin. Native to the waters of the Pearl River Delta and Lantau, the marine creature is one of the many endangered species that call for extra conservation efforts."

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Southern Right Whale, Eubalaena australis - Mammalia Reference Library - redOrbit

Southern Right Whale, Eubalaena australis - Mammalia Reference Library - redOrbit: "The total population numbers of the southern right whale are thought to be around ten thousand individuals. By studying populations found in South African, South American, and Australian waters, it has been found that these populations do not interbreed often. This is due to a mother’s choice to remain loyal to past breeding areas, and young females are able to choose this loyalty when they are able to breed."

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Japan plans determined defence of whaling case

Japan plans determined defence of whaling case: "Australia's $20 million legal bid to end Japan's "research" whaling in the Antarctic is set to begin hearings against a determined defence led by a top Japanese official."

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Saving China's threatened finless porpoise - CNN.com

Saving China's threatened finless porpoise - CNN.com:

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Op-Ed: Orca bloodlines show rampant inbreeding in captive orcas

Op-Ed: Orca bloodlines show rampant inbreeding in captive orcas: "For years, scientists have chalked up mental illness and deformities to rare genetic mutations, which come to the fore only when related individuals breed."

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Could the world's biggest marine sanctuary be declared in the Antarctic? | Graham Readfearn | Environment | guardian.co.uk

Could the world's biggest marine sanctuary be declared in the Antarctic? | Graham Readfearn | Environment | guardian.co.uk: "An extraordinarily big thing might happen in the world of marine conservation next month at a meeting in Germany of a little known international commission."

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WolfWatcher.org | National WolfWatcher Coalition | Educate. Adovcate. Participate.

WolfWatcher.org | National WolfWatcher Coalition | Educate. Adovcate. Participate.: "Although US Fish and Wildlife does seemingly acknowledge the Eastern Wolf (canis lycaon) in the Northeast, and while it is important to protect this species, we also believe it is just as important that they acknowledge the gray wolf (canis lupus) and protect this species in the Northeast, as well.   How do you manage one without the other?"

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Mexico to Make Effort to Protect its Rare Endemic Porpoise : Animals : Nature World News

Mexico to Make Effort to Protect its Rare Endemic Porpoise : Animals : Nature World News:

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With a dead dolphin, smuggled bear claws (not the pastries) and a dog-meat festival, it wasn't exactly a banner week for animal rights in China » RYOT News

With a dead dolphin, smuggled bear claws (not the pastries) and a dog-meat festival, it wasn't exactly a banner week for animal rights in China » RYOT News: "strong reactions illustrated the growing concern for animal welfare among the Chinese populace, heartening animal activists."

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ایسنا - Iran test launches world's longest dolphinarium

ایسنا - Iran test launches world's longest dolphinarium:

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Scientist worries ship traffic could be deadly for thriving whales | CTV British Columbia News

Scientist worries ship traffic could be deadly for thriving whales | CTV British Columbia News:

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Deep-sea adventure captures humpback whales' song off Kona | KHON2

Deep-sea adventure captures humpback whales' song off Kona | KHON2:

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Why do some whales strand? Like divers, they can get 'the bends' - Science

Why do some whales strand? Like divers, they can get 'the bends' - Science:

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Pilot Whales Dive Together, Cuddle and High Five One Another | Geekosystem

Pilot Whales Dive Together, Cuddle and High Five One Another | Geekosystem:

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Dolphins Invade Waters Off Orange County Coast | KTLA 5

Dolphins Invade Waters Off Orange County Coast | KTLA 5:

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Wind industry and enviros team up to study bird deaths | Grist

Wind industry and enviros team up to study bird deaths | Grist:

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Laux: As birds get busy, get busy birding | CapeCodOnline.com

Laux: As birds get busy, get busy birding | CapeCodOnline.com:

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In the jaws of extinction - Times LIVE

In the jaws of extinction - Times LIVE:

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Whale of a win: Environmental victory protects whales from noise pollution - CSMonitor.com

Whale of a win: Environmental victory protects whales from noise pollution - CSMonitor.com: "A landmark case will protect whales from the painfully loud blasts used in oil exploration."

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The Big Taiji List: LETS #SHUTDOWNTAIJI THIS YEAR!!!

The Big Taiji List: LETS #SHUTDOWNTAIJI THIS YEAR!!!:

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Beluga whales gather off the coast of Canada for feeding frenzy | Mail Online

Beluga whales gather off the coast of Canada for feeding frenzy | Mail Online:

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Los Angeles unveils plans for ocean-research centre : Nature News & Comment

Los Angeles unveils plans for ocean-research centre : Nature News & Comment: "A 100-year-old dock on the San Pedro waterfront in Los Angeles will be developed into an urban marine research and business park, with the first phase slated for completion in 2018."

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Hunter accidentally shoots partner | Payson Roundup - Payson, AZ

Hunter accidentally shoots partner | Payson Roundup - Payson, AZ:

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Leaked Documents Reveal Cover-up of Animal Abuse Investigation in USDA's Wildlife Services Agency

Leaked Documents Reveal Cover-up of Animal Abuse Investigation in USDA's Wildlife Services Agency: "In response to damning information revealed in leaked documents written by USDA officials, the wildlife advocacy nonprofit organization, Predator Defense, is once again appealing to Congress to increase pressure on the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee to hold hearings on Wildlife Services, the USDA's lethal predator control program.  "

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Latin American Herald Tribune - Six Gray Wolves Born in Mexico

Latin American Herald Tribune - Six Gray Wolves Born in Mexico: "Six Mexican gray wolves, a species on the brink of extinction, were born in a nature reserve in the northern state of Sonora, a state environmental official said."

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What should be done to save Isle Royale wolves? Maybe nothing, experts say | MinnPost

What should be done to save Isle Royale wolves? Maybe nothing, experts say | MinnPost: "About 100 people gathered last night to hear a panel of four experts discuss what should be done to bring Isle Royale's wolves back from, quite possibly, the brink of extinction."

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Sea Shepherd Conservation Society :: Congressional Committee Holds Hearing on Sea Lion Killing Bill

Sea Shepherd Conservation Society :: Congressional Committee Holds Hearing on Sea Lion Killing Bill:

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Anglers catch glimpse of killer whales - Independent.ie

Anglers catch glimpse of killer whales - Independent.ie:

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UN challenges Australia to protect Great Barrier Reef | World news | guardian.co.uk

UN challenges Australia to protect Great Barrier Reef | World news | guardian.co.uk: "World Heritage Committee says reef will be listed as threatened ecosystem unless government takes steps to protect it"

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Gray whale escapes shallow water in Puget Sound - seattlepi.com

Gray whale escapes shallow water in Puget Sound - seattlepi.com: "A gray whale that appeared to be trapped for a time Wednesday in the shallow water of Burley Lagoon in south Puget Sound made its way into deeper water, but it's probably still in trouble, a whale expert said."

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David Kirby: A "Rock Star" for Animal Rights!

David Kirby: A "Rock Star" for Animal Rights!: "David Kirby, renowned author and journalist, isn't selling out seats at Madison Square Garden, but he sure is making people think twice about buying tickets to SeaWorld's Shamu show."

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Faia - Iberian wolf Photo by Barbara Aldiss -- National Geographic Your Shot

Faia - Iberian wolf Photo by Barbara Aldiss -- National Geographic Your Shot: "Faia is one of 13 endangered Iberian wolves living at the Iberian Wolf Recovery Centre, run by charity Grupo Lobo, near Lisbon, Portugal."

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Video: Rare, majestic whale spotted off B.C. coast for first time in 62 years

Video: Rare, majestic whale spotted off B.C. coast for first time in 62 years:

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S Korean airlines ban shark fin as cargo - Channel NewsAsia

S Korean airlines ban shark fin as cargo - Channel NewsAsia: "South Korea's two largest airlines said on Thursday they had both decided to ban shark fin from their cargo flights as part of a growing global campaign against the Asian delicacy."

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Biologists race to solve mysterious mass animal deaths in Florida lagoon | Fox News

Biologists race to solve mysterious mass animal deaths in Florida lagoon | Fox News: "At least 111 manatees, 300 pelicans, and 46 dolphins — emaciated to the point of skin and bones — were all found dead in America’s most biologically diverse estuary."

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Feds commit to recovery plan for critically endangered right whales | Alaska Dispatch

Feds commit to recovery plan for critically endangered right whales | Alaska Dispatch:

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Greenland fishery plans cause alarm in Canada | Alaska Dispatch

Greenland fishery plans cause alarm in Canada | Alaska Dispatch:

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Gray whale spotted in backwater of south Puget Sound | Local & Regional | Seattle News, Weather, Sports, Breaking News | KOMO News

Gray whale spotted in backwater of south Puget Sound | Local & Regional | Seattle News, Weather, Sports, Breaking News | KOMO News: "To get back to the Pacific Ocean, the whale would have to swim about 200 miles. It would have to find its way through a labyrinth of inlets to the main channel of Puget Sound, Admiralty Inlet and the Strait of Juan de Fuca.
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Brunei Becomes First Asian Country to Ban Shark Finning! | The Beacon: Oceana's Blog

Brunei Becomes First Asian Country to Ban Shark Finning! | The Beacon: Oceana's Blog:

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Rare Hong Kong dolphin numbers dwindling quickly

Rare Hong Kong dolphin numbers dwindling quickly: "Conservationists on Tuesday warned that the number of rare Chinese white dolphins in Hong Kong waters has fallen to its lowest level in a decade of monitoring, and urged the government to immediately create more protected areas."

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Sharks Extinction Imminent If Current Illegal Trade Persists | The Guardian Express

Sharks Extinction Imminent If Current Illegal Trade Persists | The Guardian Express:

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Dolphin 'dies after China tourist abuse' | Fox News

Dolphin 'dies after China tourist abuse' | Fox News: " A dolphin has died in China after tourists hoisted it out of the water to pose with it for photographs, state media said Tuesday, provoking outrage online."

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Summer Narwhal Hunt Confirmed for 2013 - ICTMN.com

Summer Narwhal Hunt Confirmed for 2013 - ICTMN.com:

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Captivity makes whales killers: Stress of appearing in theme parks can see animals turn on their trainers | Mail Online

Captivity makes whales killers: Stress of appearing in theme parks can see animals turn on their trainers | Mail Online:

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Penguins: Sentinels of Ocean Health

Penguins: Sentinels of Ocean Health:

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Seal protestors launch bid to kill North-east tourism | Banffshire Journal | News

Seal protestors launch bid to kill North-east tourism | Banffshire Journal | News: "shooting activists have launched a campaign aimed at crippling the tourism industry in the North-east.

The move comes after the number of seals slaughtered in Scottish waters to protect commercial salmon farming and netting concerns in a little over two years passed the 1,000 mark."

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Iceland resumes whale hunting, endangered Fin Whale killed - Boing Boing

Iceland resumes whale hunting, endangered Fin Whale killed - Boing Boing:

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Time for Morro Bay Aquarium to close, say conservation groups

Time for Morro Bay Aquarium to close, say conservation groups:

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Lori Marino – Dolphins are not healers

Lori Marino – Dolphins are not healers: "Dolphins are smart, sociable predators. They don't belong in captivity and they shouldn't be used to 'cure' the ill"

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BBC News - Shark spawning ground found on Mingulay Reef by Edinburgh scientists

BBC News - Shark spawning ground found on Mingulay Reef by Edinburgh scientists: "A deep-sea shark spawning ground has been discovered on Scotland's only inshore coral reef."

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Iceland resumes controversial whale hunt | The Australian

Iceland resumes controversial whale hunt | The Australian: "ICELAND has resumed its disputed commercial fin whale hunt, with two vessels en route to catch this season's quota of at least 154 whales, Icelandic media has reported."

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DEC whale team, public come to rescue of two entangled whales | Breaking National News and Australian News | Herald Sun

DEC whale team, public come to rescue of two entangled whales | Breaking National News and Australian News | Herald Sun: "The Department of Environment and Conservation has thanked the public for their help, highlighting the important role the community played in locating and monitoring entangled whales."

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Forge Resources Iron Ore Whales Dugongs

Forge Resources Iron Ore Whales Dugongs:

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Wildlife experts hit out after swimmers lift a stranded dolphin out of the sea for 30 MINUTES to pose for cruel photo | Mail Online

Wildlife experts hit out after swimmers lift a stranded dolphin out of the sea for 30 MINUTES to pose for cruel photo | Mail Online:

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Types of Dolphins You Didn’t Even Know Existed

Types of Dolphins You Didn’t Even Know Existed: "You might not know this, but there are 37 species of dolphins swimming around oceans and rivers, riding alongside boats, and jumping up doing flips."

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Great Barrier Reef on the brink as politicians bicker | Environment | guardian.co.uk

Great Barrier Reef on the brink as politicians bicker | Environment | guardian.co.uk:

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Whale Watching - whales around North Iceland

Whale Watching - whales around North Iceland: "Watching whales has become one of the most common activities among foreign visitors to North Iceland. In fact, Húsavík and Eyjafjörður were among the first places in the country as a whole that offered whale-watching excursions."

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Blog: Korean Dolphins Returning to the Sea | Ric O'Barry's Dolphin Project

Blog: Korean Dolphins Returning to the Sea | Ric O'Barry's Dolphin Project: "Ric O’Barry assists with dolphin rehabilitation project headed by Korean Animal Welfare Association and Seoul Mayor"

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'Mysterious Mel' the killer whale returns to San Diego area - Pete Thomas Outdoors

'Mysterious Mel' the killer whale returns to San Diego area - Pete Thomas Outdoors: "A killer whale spotted Thursday at the Coronado Islands, just inside Mexican waters, is a peculiar mammal affectionately nicknamed Mel... or Mysterious Mel.

It's the same orca spotted last June and July in the same area--and during those sightings and Thursday's sighting Mel was seen swimming with a large pod of common dolphins."

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New rules for international trade in timber, marine and other wild animals and plants come into force

New rules for international trade in timber, marine and other wild animals and plants come into force: "New rules for international trade in timber, marine and other
wild animals and plants come into force"

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Sightseer Cherished Vision of White Orcas in Vancouver Waters | French Tribune

Sightseer Cherished Vision of White Orcas in Vancouver Waters | French Tribune: "Their $30 trip suddenly turned into a one feeding the eyes of the sightseers with a view worth more than the cost paid. It was a rare sight of orca whales."

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Magellanic Penguins Devour 2 Million Tons of Seafood Yearly | Penguins | LiveScience

Magellanic Penguins Devour 2 Million Tons of Seafood Yearly | Penguins | LiveScience:

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Mystery of how sperm whales hold their breath for 90 minutes solved as scientists discover the key is unique protein in their blood | Mail Online

Mystery of how sperm whales hold their breath for 90 minutes solved as scientists discover the key is unique protein in their blood | Mail Online:

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Proposal to Delist the Gray Wolf Nationwide Triggers Outcry | Audubon Magazine Blog

Proposal to Delist the Gray Wolf Nationwide Triggers Outcry | Audubon Magazine Blog: "The gray wolf was nearly wiped out 40 years ago, when it was listed as an endangered species. Now, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service has proposed delisting the predator, an action that would lift federal protections on gray wolves across the country, leaving the states to manage them."

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Campbell River Mirror - Keeping an eye on the whales of the west coast

Campbell River Mirror - Keeping an eye on the whales of the west coast:

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Newly planned dolphin-swim facility in Bahamas vehemently opposed

Newly planned dolphin-swim facility in Bahamas vehemently opposed:

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URGENT: Squirrels Trapped, Cruelly Dumped by Denver Community | Our Compass

URGENT: Squirrels Trapped, Cruelly Dumped by Denver Community | Our Compass:

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From the gaping jaws of a giant shark to the intricate dance of mating seahorses - the Best Underwater Photographer of the Year Competition reveals its winner | Mail Online

From the gaping jaws of a giant shark to the intricate dance of mating seahorses - the Best Underwater Photographer of the Year Competition reveals its winner | Mail Online:

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Japanese firm takes Icelandic whale pet treats off the shelves | IceNews - Daily News

Japanese firm takes Icelandic whale pet treats off the shelves | IceNews - Daily News:

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Humpbacks in Pacific Northwest | French Tribune

Humpbacks in Pacific Northwest | French Tribune: "Usually, legendary black and white orcas are first to come in mind when someone talks about whales in Puget Sound. Orcas are often seen in local waters. However, whale watchers have claimed the huge humpback has replaced them on the center stage in the Pacific Northwest."

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Trapped shark saved as two men tried to hack off her fin to make SOUP - Mirror Online

Trapped shark saved as two men tried to hack off her fin to make SOUP - Mirror Online: "A pregnant shark was saved from a storm drain as two men tried to hack off her fin to make soup."

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Maldives forms environment police as civil society criticises lack of enforcement, legislation | Minivan News

Maldives forms environment police as civil society criticises lack of enforcement, legislation | Minivan News: "The Maldives Police Service (MPS) and the Ministry of Environment and Energy have announced the formation of a new unit that will assign 22 trained officers to deal with ecological violations across the country."

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Pod of 40 dolphins Surf 8ft waves Near Port St Johns

Pod of 40 dolphins Surf 8ft waves Near Port St Johns: "These dolphins prove you don't need to watch them perform at dolphinariums just to see their acrobatic skills."

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NOAA seeks permanent right-whale restrictions

NOAA seeks permanent right-whale restrictions:

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Caught on Camera: Surprise Underwater Encounter with a Humpback Whale

Caught on Camera: Surprise Underwater Encounter with a Humpback Whale:

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Op-Ed: SeaWorld is slapped again by OSHA for repeat violation

Op-Ed: SeaWorld is slapped again by OSHA for repeat violation: "despite four human deaths, the marine park still allows dangerous interactions between its whales and trainers."

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Cook Strait Humpback Whale Survey 2013 Under Way | Stuff.co.nz

Cook Strait Humpback Whale Survey 2013 Under Way | Stuff.co.nz:

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Southern Right Whale Facts Cape Town Simon's Town

Southern Right Whale Facts Cape Town Simon's Town: "28 Southern Right Whale Facts"

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Whale of a time over for our monsters of the deep

Whale of a time over for our monsters of the deep:

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Don't Buy the Ticket! Whales & Dolphins Shouldn't Be in Captivity

Don't Buy the Ticket! Whales & Dolphins Shouldn't Be in Captivity:

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Mandurah is dolphin city, new research finds | Perth Now

Mandurah is dolphin city, new research finds | Perth Now: "and more dolphin calves are being born in the waterways of Mandurah, with at least 46 now living in the estuary, man-made canals and Peel Inlet."

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Door open to Japan on whaling - National - NZ Herald News

Door open to Japan on whaling - National - NZ Herald News: "Foreign Minister Murray McCully has told his Japanese counterpart that he is hopeful Japan will be open to resuming talks with New Zealand to find a diplomatic solution to whaling"

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Lure of black market drives big increase in fish poaching - Independent.ie

Lure of black market drives big increase in fish poaching - Independent.ie:

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Sea-kayaking with a minke whale - in pictures | Travel | guardian.co.uk

Sea-kayaking with a minke whale - in pictures | Travel | guardian.co.uk: "While sea-kayaking in Neko Harbour in the Antarctic peninsula, Andrew Peacock captured an extraordinary sight: an inquisitive minke whale passing within arm's-reach of the flotilla of kayaks. Best of all, he managed to capture the moment on camera"

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Managing Salmon for Wildlife | Raincoast Conservation Foundation

Managing Salmon for Wildlife | Raincoast Conservation Foundation: "Whether its bears, wolves or whales many coastal species have evolved to rely on annual returns of Pacific salmon."

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Ship slow-down rule to protect right whales is up for review – The Post and Courier

Ship slow-down rule to protect right whales is up for review – The Post and Courier: "The right whales that winter offshore from the Lowcountry are the rarest of the large whales. They were hunted so close to extinction a century ago that the life of every remaining whale is considered vital to the survival of the species."

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Don't let Ft. Lauderdale weaken sea turtle protections! Public comments meeting alert and petition

Don't let Ft. Lauderdale weaken sea turtle protections! Public comments meeting alert and petition:

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In Honor of World Oceans Day: Infographics that Explore the Deep Blue Sea | Visual.ly Blog

In Honor of World Oceans Day: Infographics that Explore the Deep Blue Sea | Visual.ly Blog:

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National Wolf Delisting: Too Much, Too Soon | Sylvia Fallon's Blog | Switchboard, from NRDC

National Wolf Delisting: Too Much, Too Soon | Sylvia Fallon's Blog | Switchboard, from NRDC:

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Dutch Government Stops Icelandic Whale Meat

Dutch Government Stops Icelandic Whale Meat:

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Sea Shepherd Conservation Society :: In Celebration of World Oceans’ Day

Sea Shepherd Conservation Society :: In Celebration of World Oceans’ Day:

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600 lb. dolphin rescued off Jones Beach - New York News | NYC Breaking News

600 lb. dolphin rescued off Jones Beach - New York News | NYC Breaking News:

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Jetskiers and kayakers 'may be driving away West Wales dolphins' - Wales Online

Jetskiers and kayakers 'may be driving away West Wales dolphins' - Wales Online: "Leading conservationists fear jetskiers and watersports enthusiasts may be driving Cardigan Bay’s famous dolphins away to quieter waters."

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Is NOAA plan the right move for endangered whales? | CapeCodOnline.com

Is NOAA plan the right move for endangered whales? | CapeCodOnline.com: "A proposal by the federal government to permanently require large vessels to slow down in areas where North Atlantic right whales congregate has somewhat pleased conservationists and left vessel owners with concerns."

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Iceland's Tourism Ministry speaks out for whales - WDC

Iceland's Tourism Ministry speaks out for whales - WDC:

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Whales Dying At Record Pace Off Argentina's Coast | Fox News Latino

Whales Dying At Record Pace Off Argentina's Coast | Fox News Latino: "South America’s Southern Right Whales are dying in record numbers off the coast of Argentina’s Patagonia region and scientists are struggling to figure out why."

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OPINION: Whale watching industry under threat | Newcastle Herald

OPINION: Whale watching industry under threat | Newcastle Herald:

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Pod of killer whales spotted off coast of North Wales - North Wales Weekly News

Pod of killer whales spotted off coast of North Wales - North Wales Weekly News:

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Sea Shepherd Australia :: Bob Irwin onboard Steve Irwin vessel for first time, expresses deep concerns for Australia’s turtles and dugongs

Sea Shepherd Australia :: Bob Irwin onboard Steve Irwin vessel for first time, expresses deep concerns for Australia’s turtles and dugongs:

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Sea Shepherd Australia :: Bob Irwin onboard Steve Irwin vessel for first time, expresses deep concerns for Australia’s turtles and dugongs

Sea Shepherd Australia :: Bob Irwin onboard Steve Irwin vessel for first time, expresses deep concerns for Australia’s turtles and dugongs:

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Whale tangles increase as fishing season changes - ABC News (Australian Broadcasting Corporation)

Whale tangles increase as fishing season changes - ABC News (Australian Broadcasting Corporation): "An increasing number of whales becoming entangled in fishing lines and floats off the mid-west coast is being blamed on changes to the rock lobster fishing season."

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EU's Shark Finning Ban Loopholes Will Be Closed, Officials Say

EU's Shark Finning Ban Loopholes Will Be Closed, Officials Say:

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Japan's spring whaling haul at record low 34 ‹ Japan Today: Japan News and Discussion

Japan's spring whaling haul at record low 34 ‹ Japan Today: Japan News and Discussion: "Japanese whalers hunting the mammals in the northwestern Pacific caught a record-low 34 minke whales this spring, the fisheries agency said Thursday, blaming bad weather."

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Reindeer slow global warming? One scientist thinks so. | Alaska Dispatch

Reindeer slow global warming? One scientist thinks so. | Alaska Dispatch:

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The Argument Against Expanded Oil Drilling in Arctic Seas - NYTimes.com

The Argument Against Expanded Oil Drilling in Arctic Seas - NYTimes.com: "The Natural Resources Defense Council has issued a statement concluding that recent events — most notably the grounding of a Shell Oil drilling rig in Alaska — show the oil industry is not ready to safely, cleanly drill offshore in the Arctic."

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6 Ways You Can Help Save Captive Killer Whales Right Now

6 Ways You Can Help Save Captive Killer Whales Right Now:

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Iceland Review Online: Daily News from Iceland, Current Affairs, Business, Politics, Sports, Culture

Iceland Review Online: Daily News from Iceland, Current Affairs, Business, Politics, Sports, Culture: "Over one million people have signed the anti-whaling petition organized by the international movement Avaaz to try to ban the transfer of Icelandic fin whale meat through Dutch ports."

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5 Disturbing Facts About SeaWorld’s Captive Breeding Program | Cetacean Inspiration

5 Disturbing Facts About SeaWorld’s Captive Breeding Program | Cetacean Inspiration: "Most pro-captivity activists are in favor of SeaWorld’s breeding program and are opposed to wild capture. But does anyone REALLY know what SeaWorld’s captive breeding program involves?"

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Hudson River dolphin starved to death | The Journal News | LoHud.com | lohud.com

Hudson River dolphin starved to death | The Journal News | LoHud.com | lohud.com: "The dolphin in the Hudson River last week likely starved to death because it had four plastic bags lodged in its stomach, a necropsy has found."

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It's official: New global network named World Cetacean Alliance!

It's official: New global network named World Cetacean Alliance!:

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Yellowstone Revisited | Wolves and Writing

Yellowstone Revisited | Wolves and Writing:

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Just how many great white sharks are there? | AirTalk | 89.3 KPCC

Just how many great white sharks are there? | AirTalk | 89.3 KPCC: "Great white sharks are the kings of the ocean. They are what is known as “apex predators,” which means they are the hunters and rarely the hunted. And for good reasons: great whites could stretch over 20 feet,  weigh up to 3 ½ tons and chow down some 11 tons of food each year."

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20 things you didn't know about sharks

20 things you didn't know about sharks: "There are over 400 species of sharks, ranging in size from just a few inches to over 16 metres. These amazing animals have a fierce reputation, but fascinating biology. Here we have created twenty fun infographics about sharks to inspire you to learn more about them and get involved in their conservation. Please download and share our infographics."

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Porpoise (Dolphin) Rescue @ Portmarnock: Video « News - 98FM: Dublin's Best Music Mix

Porpoise (Dolphin) Rescue @ Portmarnock: Video « News - 98FM: Dublin's Best Music Mix: "The Irish Coast Guard have responded to a rather unusual rescue today – after a baby porpoise was discovered stranded on Portmarnock Beach. Porpoises are similar to dolphins but have shorter beaks."

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Irrawaddy dolphins facing relocation | Bangkok Post: breakingnews

Irrawaddy dolphins facing relocation | Bangkok Post: breakingnews: "of Marine and Coastal Resources (DMCR) says."

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Dolphin pod says hello | Port Lincoln Times

Dolphin pod says hello | Port Lincoln Times: "Photographer Mark Tipple has captured amazing images of a dolphin pod while surfing at Lone Pine near Port Lincoln in South Australia."

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Rescuers remove strap from elephant seal's neck at Piedras Blancas | The Cambrian | SanLuisObispo.com

Rescuers remove strap from elephant seal's neck at Piedras Blancas | The Cambrian | SanLuisObispo.com:

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400-Million-Year-Old 'Spiny Shark' Fossil Found | Ancient Fish & Devonian Period | LiveScience

400-Million-Year-Old 'Spiny Shark' Fossil Found | Ancient Fish & Devonian Period | LiveScience: "The fossilized remains of a 408-million-year-old fish species have been found in Spain, a study reports."

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Photographer Gets Up Close With Whales | Here & Now

Photographer Gets Up Close With Whales | Here & Now:

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Unable to sell whale meat Japanese agency resorts to brawn

Unable to sell whale meat Japanese agency resorts to brawn: "With around 5,000 tonnes of whale meat sitting unwanted in freezers around Japan, the country's leading cetacean research organization is about to launch a campaign pushing its health benefits."

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Japan rejects international shark trade regulation - Times LIVE

Japan rejects international shark trade regulation - Times LIVE:

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What exactly is mega-pod of common dolphins fleeing in Japan? | StrandedNoMore

What exactly is mega-pod of common dolphins fleeing in Japan? | StrandedNoMore: "What exactly is mega-pod of common dolphins fleeing in Japan?"

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Sun News : Beluga whales deaths at Marineland spark outrage

Sun News : Beluga whales deaths at Marineland spark outrage:

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The Marine Mammal Center : Bumblebee - our 2,000th Harbor Seal!

The Marine Mammal Center : Bumblebee - our 2,000th Harbor Seal!: "Enjoy this slideshow of Bumblebee and some of her 12 harbor seal buddies going back to the ocean at Point Reyes National Seashore on May 24, 2013."

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California Shipping Lanes Moved in Attempt to Avoid Killing Whales | Wired Science | Wired.com

California Shipping Lanes Moved in Attempt to Avoid Killing Whales | Wired Science | Wired.com:

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Basking shark untangled - - Wicked Local - Cape Cod

Basking shark untangled - - Wicked Local - Cape Cod:

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