Threats to Whales

Hunting Whales

Whale hunting, or whaling, has its roots in prehistoric times, as whales have always been of major value to human beings. It used to occur in waters just off the shore,...

Extinct Whales

Over the millennia, a number of animal species have lived and, sadly, died off. This has been due to climatic changes, human interference and, sometimes, to mysterious circumstances. Cetaceans and, more...

Threats to Whales

Whales are magnificent animals, treasures in the ocean deeps around the globe. They contribute significantly to the ecological balance of marine predators and prey, and provide stunning insights into wildlife, both...

Threats to Whales – By Catch

In the midst of the threats of hunting and pollution, whales (and other cetaceans) also have to face the ongoing threat of being victim to bycatch; that is the incidental entrapment...

Whales Threats Pollution

Whales are susceptible to the pollution of their watery habitats and have, sadly, absolutely no control of this endangering factor. There are two main types of pollution that affect these mammals...

How Did Blue Whales Become Extinct?

We often hear how blue whales have become endangered, as if they are some type of contagious disease that has killed thousands of them. While this is true, it is far...