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How are scientists helping blue whale?
Scientists have long used satellite tags to track blue whales along the West Coast, learning how the largest animals on the planet find enough small krill to feed on to support their enormous size. This is the first time that we’ve been able to predict whale densities on a year-round basis in near-real time.
What organizations are helping blue whales?
Whale Conservation Organizations:
- Center for Cetacean Research – Costa Rica.
- American Cetacean Society.
- Whale and Dolphin Conservation Society.
- Ocean Alliance.
- Ocean Conservation Research.
Who studied blue whales?
Every summer for over four decades, Richard Sears and his team at the Mingan Island Cetacean Study (MICS) have been out at sea, recording and taking samples of Blue Whales. These animals are notoriously hard to spot. So, a good day for whale research means one thing: calm waters.
Who protects whales?
Three federal agencies share responsibility for the protection and conservation of marine mammals. NOAA Fisheries is responsible for the management of whales, dolphins, porpoises, seals, and sea lions. The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is responsible for polar bears, walruses, sea otters, manatees, and dugongs.
Who is saving the whales?
Pacific Whale Foundation (PWF) was founded by Greg Kaufman 40 years ago with the primary goal of saving humpback whales, which were dangerously close to extinction in 1980. Now, our mission is to protect the ocean through science and advocacy and inspire environmental stewardship.
Why should we protect blue whales?
Whales are an important part of the marine food chain and play a huge role in maintaining the health of our oceans. These nutrients, particularly iron and nitrogen, are vital for phytoplankton, at the base of the food chain.
How can we save whales from pollution?
Participate in beach clean-ups to reduce pollution in the ocean.
- When you get rid of litter, you help make the ocean a safer and healthier place for blue whales.
- If you don’t live near the coast, you can still make the environment cleaner by participating in a local litter clean-up.