It’s nice when the economically responsible thing to do is also the right thing to do. Iceland announced in February its intentions to end whaling by 2024 because demand for whale meat has decreased significantly. “There is little proof that there is any economic advantage to … [Read more...] about As Iceland’s whaling industry decreases, its whale-watching increases
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Demand is dwindling—Iceland decides to end whaling by 2024
For now, Iceland remains one of the only countries in the world that still hunts whales commercially. As demand declines, however, the fisheries minister has said that they plan to end whaling by 2024. “There are few justifications to authorize the whale hunt beyond 2024,” … [Read more...] about Demand is dwindling—Iceland decides to end whaling by 2024
Rare white sperm whale spotted near Jamaica
A white sperm whale was recently spotted by sailors off the coast of Jamaica. This beautiful creature is normally grey, though this rarer form is famous for its depiction in the classic novel “Moby Dick." Why does the whale have a white color? These white giants lack color … [Read more...] about Rare white sperm whale spotted near Jamaica
Blue whales reappear in South Atlantic Ocean after decades-long absence
Deep in the South Atlantic Ocean lies the island of South Georgia. The waters surrounding the island were once abundant with Antarctic Blue whales, but that all changed when the industrial whaling industry established itself on the island in 1904. Records show some 42,698 of … [Read more...] about Blue whales reappear in South Atlantic Ocean after decades-long absence
Humpback whales in Alaska are enjoying the cruise ship-free waters
Alaska is usually overwhelmed with cruise ships and tourists in the summertime, but not this year. Tourism has come to a grinding halt due to the pandemic, and while it has been a disaster for the local economy, the state’s humpback whales seem to be enjoying the calm waters. … [Read more...] about Humpback whales in Alaska are enjoying the cruise ship-free waters