Marine Mammals
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Dolphin Communication
The social and intelligent ways cetaceans have interacted with humans so far suggest that much can be gleaned from the "language" system of these sea mammals.
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How Intelligent are Dolphins?
Recently, scientists have found evidence of high-level cognitive functions in dolphins that include self awareness, tool use and a sophisticated language system.
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Humpback Whales Bubble Net Feeding
Only approximately 1000 humpback whales use a fascinating cooperative feeding technique in which a "bubble net" is created to catch schools of fish.
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Orca Whales of the Pacific Northwest
Three groups of orca (also called killer) whales frequent Puget Sound and the Straits of Georgia: the southern residents, the transients, and the off-shore orcas.
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West Indian Manatees
Manatees are large aquatic herbivorous mammals, averaging ten feet in length and weighing between 800 - 1200 pounds.
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Fuji the Bionic Dolphin
In Japan, a dolphin with a prosthetic tail serves as an example of the the amazing ability of assistive technology to transform lives.
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Hong Kong's Pink Dolpins
The waters of the Pearl River Delta are home to the little-studied. and startlingly pink, Chinese white dolphin.
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The Difference Between Dolphins and Porpoises
People often use "dolphin" and "porpoise" as if they are interchangeable terms, but there are key differences that make these aquatic mammals different from one another.
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Pink Dolphins of the Amazon
Researchers are slowly learning more about the mysterious pink dolphin, an ancient river whale that is unique to South America's Amazon and Orinoco River basins.
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Orcas: Wolves of The Sea
When push comes to shove, the legendary Great White Shark doesn't stand a chance.
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Whale Watching in Puget Sound
To see orca whales and other wildlife in their natural habitat, book a tour with a whale watching company in Washington or British Columbia.
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Polar Bear Reproduction
Biologists are studying the reproductive cycle of polar bears around the world. Their findings will be important when making management decisions for Arctic resources.
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Humpback Whales Recovering
Once a target for whaling boats, now humpbacks draw whale watching crowds with their acrobatics, as they rebound from a history of being hunted.
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Narwhals Help Study Climate Change
Satellite transmitters attached to narwhals track their movements and give information on climate change in the High Arctic, where sea ice is receding rapidly.
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Sea Mammal Watching in Scotland
The Moray Firth in North East Scotland is home to some of the largest bottle-nosed dolphins in the world. Sailings from the port of Buckie offer an excellent opportunit
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Northern Elephant Seals
Northern elephant seals have made a huge comeback after facing near extinction but it is their diving and fasting capabilities that researchers are most interested in now
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Nibbles, the Wayward Elephant Seal
Nibbles, a juvenile elephant seal has been attacking other inhabitants at the mouth of the Russian River. Some possible reasons are based in his species' natural history
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The Monk Seals
Two surviving species of monk seal have adapted their behavior to avoid the presence of man. Marine Sanctuaries also offer hope for their continued existence.
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River or Freshwater Dolphins
Five species of dolphin have evolved to live in big, muddy rivers. Convergent evolution has made them look very similar despite little genetic connection.
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