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Species Profile: The Pygmy Sperm Whale

December 20, 2017 Roselyn Onuche Species Profile dwarf sperm whale, facts about whale hunting, facts about whales, pygmy sperm whale, sperm whale, whale species, whale species profile, whale stranding

The Pygmy Sperm Whale is a very rare and relatively small-sized species of whale.

A Stranded Pygmy Sperm Whale On South Hutchinson Beach In Florida (Photo: Inwater Research Group, cc by-s.a. 4.0)

The Pygmy Sperm Whale is one of the three species of toothed whales in the sperm whale family. These creatures are rarely ever sighted at sea and most of what’s known about them is gathered from examining stranded individuals.

Just like its close cousin the dwarf sperm whale, the pygmy is a relatively small-sized whale. In fact, it’s not much

The Incredible But True Horror Story Behind Moby Dick

December 17, 2017 Roselyn Onuche Whale Information commercial whaling, facts about whale hunting, is Moby Dick a true story, largest whale on earth, largest whales, Moby Dick, Mocha Dick, sperm whale, whaling, why do we hunt whales

You may have read or heard about Herman Melville’s book and the whale character named Moby Dick at some point. But did you know the horrific events that followed the sinking of the whaling ship, Essex?

Poster For The 1976 Moby Dick Movie

To most of us, we regard whales as extremely large and docile creatures that have evolved to feed on plankton. These gentle giants swim around in the Earth’s waters and do not harm humans in any way. However, 19th-century literature tells a strange tale; a whale out for revenge.

Could a whale be out there bent on settling an old score?

Whales harbor large complex brains, states Dr. Richard Bevan, a zoologist, and lecturer at Newcastle University. He goes further to add that; a sperm whale can recall incidences of provocation as in harpooning and thus would

Species Profile: The Dwarf Sperm Whale

December 8, 2017 Roselyn Onuche Species Profile dwarf sperm whale, facts about whales, pygmy sperm whale, sperm whale, whale species, whale species profile, whale stranding, whaling

The Dwarf Sperm Whale is one of only two cetacean species that can eject “ink” to scare off would-be predators.

A Dwarf Sperm Whale Breaching (Photo: Robert Pitman/NOAA)

The Dwarf Sperm Whale is one of only three surviving species in the sperm whale family. These creatures are very rarely sighted out at sea, so the much that’s known about them is gathered from studying stranded carcasses.

This species holds the position of the smallest in size of true whales. At the most they will grow up to 2.7 m (8.9 ft) in length. Hence, they are even smaller than some dolphin species.

They prefer clam and quiet seas where they spend their days making slow movements while lying motionless at

Differences Between Sharks And Whales: Which Is A Mammal Or A Fish?

December 6, 2017 Roselyn Onuche Leave a comment Whale Information are whales mammals or fish, baleen whales, blue whale, facts about whales, fin whale, gray whale, humpback whale, largest whale on earth, largest whales, right whale, sei whale, sharks and whales, sperm whale, whale species

Drawing a clear line between Sharks And Whales can get confusing. Learn which is a mammal and which is a fish.

A Whale Shark: Despite being called a Whale Shark and sharing several traits with whales, this creature is a fish not a mammal.

If you are anything like most people, you would have at some point thought sharks and whales, especially the very large species, are similar or even related.

Take the example of the largest sharks and whales, for instance.

The whale shark and the basking shark are filter feeders, so are the grey whales, blue whales, and so on. They are

Humpback Whales Versus Killer Whales: Why Are Humpbacks Saving Seals?

November 24, 2017 Roselyn Onuche Leave a comment Whale Information facts about whales, humpback whale, humpback whales versus killer whales, killer whales, largest whale on earth, largest whales

It’s a Humpback whales versus Killer Whales scuffle. But why are these otherwise gentle whales risking their lives to save seals and other prey from killer whales?

A Killer Whale Hunting A Seal In Antarctica

A marine ecologist with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) named Robert Pitman was working with an expedition in Antarctica back in 2009 when he noticed something strange in the water.

According to him, a pack of killer whales (orcas) were hunting a Weddell seal and had succeeded in washing it off an ice floe into the water. As usual, the next thing was to go in for the kill. But suddenly, a pair of Humpback whales swam to the scene.

As he watched in surprise, one of the massive mammals flipped onto its back and carried the seal on its enormous belly. Even when the killer whales came closer to claim their prey, the humpback just arched itself upwards and

Why Do Whales Breach? Answers From Science

November 22, 2017 Roselyn Onuche Leave a comment Whale Information facts about whales, humpback whale, largest whales, whale communication, whale conservation status, whale species, whales, why do whales breach

Humpback Whale Breaching; why do whales breach?

If you always thought whales breach out of water just for fun, you’re not alone. Scientists now have some explanations for this behavior.

Species Profile: The Common Bryde’s Whale

November 16, 2017 Roselyn Onuche Leave a comment Species Profile baleen whales, bryde's whale, Eden's whale, facts about whale hunting, facts about whales, fin whale, largest whales, sei whale, whale species, whale species profile

The Common Bryde’s Whale is a baleen whale known for being inquisitive about humans. Out in the ocean, they will approach boats and swim along side them.

Top 10 Best Gifts For Whale Lovers

November 14, 2017 Roselyn Onuche Leave a comment Whale Information gift ideas for whale lovers, marine lovers, marine themed gifts, whale lovers, whale themed gifts, whales

Delight friends, family, or acquaintances with any of these Gifts for Whale Lovers.

Make the next celebration for your family or friends a memorable one with any one of the below gifts for whale lovers. Each one has its own unique features and you’ll find something suitable for all ages too.

Similarly, with Christmas just around the corner, now would be a good time to start picking gifts. You’ll love our selection because not only are these items functional and durable, some of them are usable for multiple functions.

For all aquatic lovers out there, here is our rundown of 10 ideal gifts for whale lovers or

Can A Whale Swallow A Human Being? Let’s Consider The Facts

November 11, 2017 Roselyn Onuche Leave a comment Whale Information baleen whales, blue whale, can a whale swallow a human being, can a whale swallow people, fin whale, gray whale, Jonah and the whale, largest whale on earth, largest whales, sperm whale, whale species

There’s a very popular story about a whale swallowing a person. But based on science, can a whale swallow a human being?

Jonah And The Whale: Can A Whale Swallow A Human Being?

Jonah and the Whale (1621) By Pieter Lastman (Public Domain)

If you’re anything like many ocean goers, you may have wondered what it would feel like for a whale to swallow you. Especially if you’ve ever seen one of these absolutely massive creatures in real life.

You’d probably think being swallowed by a whale would be one of the most horrible things that could ever

What are the Differences between Whales, Porpoises, and Dolphins?

November 10, 2017 Roselyn Onuche Leave a comment Whale Information beluga whale, blue whale, differences between whales porpoises and dolphins, dolphins, facts about whales, fin whale, humpback whale, porpoises, whale species

Whales, Porpoises, and Dolphins are all cetaceans but there are differences between each species.

Narrow-ridged finless porpoise in japan: whales, porpoises, and dolphins

Finless Porpoise, Miyajima Aquarium, Japan. (Photo: ori2uru/Wikimedia Commons, cc 2.0)

Whales, Porpoises, and Dolphins are all members of the cetacean species. They are also referred to as placental marine mammals since they carry their fetus in their uterus during most of the fetal developmental stage. They feed, suckle and give birth to their young ones underwater exclusively.

These aquatic animals are also referred to as “Conscious Breathers” because they can decide when to breathe. This feature differentiates them from sharks. Most sharks need to keep moving around before they can breathe.

But in contrast to sharks, cetaceans can remain motionless in the water when they want to sleep. However, they