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Marineland’s belugas reached new homes. Four have now died.
Peekachu, Rain, Jelly Bean and Osiris died after leaving Marineland. The receiving aquariums’ updates show why the health of the…
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Iceland plans a whaling ban, but the hunt isn’t over
Iceland plans a February 2027 bill to end commercial whaling. Existing licenses, animal welfare and the fin whale’s recovery complicate…
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The animals we almost lost and the people fighting to save them
On a cool Tasmanian afternoon, a retired soldier stands in thick scrub, listening for a sound that officially should not…
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Orcas could attack us in the wild but never do. Here’s why
In the cold hush of the open ocean, a diver floats, barely moving, as a black fin cuts through the…
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Miracle at Sea: Chilean Kayaker Swallowed by Whale and Lives to Tell the Tale
The waters near the Strait of Magellan are famous for their rough winds, stark beauty, and abundant marine life. But…
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Why sharks might be mistaken for mammals
The misconception that sharks could be mammals likely stems from a combination of factors, including certain shared behaviors, similarities to…
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