What are strandings? A stranded marine mammal is one that has beached itself on land and cannot return to the water without help, and may also need medical assistance. Cetaceans are fully aquatic animals and, though they breathe air, they cannot survive for long on land. If a whale or
This is the latest post in a series which will look at recent advancements, discoveries and trends in the study of whales and dolphins. We here at Sea Watch believe strongly in the free sharing and dissemination of scientific literature and want to give you, our loyal members, the bre
Noise pollution in the ocean is a major problem, and it’s getting louder. A study has recently been undertaken on the subject of human-caused noise in the marine environment – the first comprehensive assessment of this important issue. The study points out that acoustic pollutio