First Ever Sighting of Elusive Ginkgo-Toothed Whale
Scientists achieve a world-first sighting of the elusive ginkgo-toothed beaked whale off Mexico's coast, a species previously known only from dead specimens. Discover the breakthrough.
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Seal leaps onto boat to escape hunting orcas near Seattle
Incredible footage shows a harbour seal cheating death by jumping onto a boat to escape a pod of hunting killer whales in Washington's Salish Sea. Watch the dramatic rescue.
Seal escapes killer whales by jumping onto boat
Incredible footage shows a terrified seal leaping onto a boat to escape pursuing killer whales. Watch the dramatic marine survival story unfold.
Seal escapes killer whales by jumping on boat
A seal dramatically evaded a pod of hunting killer whales by leaping onto a photographer's boat in the Salish Sea. Watch the incredible survival story unfold.
Scientists decode complex sperm whale language
Groundbreaking research reveals sperm whales communicate using vowel-like sounds and grammatical rules, mirroring human speech. Discover the secrets of their underwater social language.
Two Orcas Missing After Controversial Russian Release
Two killer whales have vanished after being deliberately released from a controversial whale jail in Russia, with experts fearing they may not have survived the ordeal.
Orcas Master Great White Shark Hunting Techniques
Marine scientists document unprecedented orca attacks on great white sharks off South African coast, revealing sophisticated hunting techniques that are reshaping the ocean's ecosystem.
Drone footage reveals orcas hunting great white shark
Exclusive aerial footage captures the dramatic moment a pod of killer whales strategically hunts and kills a young great white shark off South Africa's coast, revealing unprecedented hunting behaviour.
Whales' DNA Secret Could Extend Human Lifespan
Groundbreaking research reveals how bowhead whales live for over 200 years by repairing damaged DNA - a discovery that could revolutionise human ageing and cancer treatments.
Right Whale Population Increases After 14-Year Decline
In a remarkable conservation breakthrough, scientists report the critically endangered North Atlantic right whale population has increased for the first time since 2011, offering new hope for the species' survival.
Mass Orca Stranding in Argentina Claims 17 Lives
Scientists investigate the tragic mass stranding of 17 orcas on Argentine coast in one of the largest such events involving the species ever recorded.
Orca reproduction crisis: Scientists reveal shocking cause
Groundbreaking research from the University of Washington uncovers why endangered orcas are struggling to reproduce, with startling implications for marine conservation.
Miami Seaquarium's orca Lolata freed after 50 years
In a landmark decision, the last surviving orca at Miami Seaquarium has been freed from her tank after half a century, marking a historic moment for marine animal welfare in Florida.
Orca attack sinks yacht, family of five rescued
A British family's holiday turned to terror when orcas attacked and sank their yacht, leading to a dramatic sea rescue of three children and their parents in Portuguese waters.
Family survives hour-long orca attack on sailboat
A British family's sailing holiday turned into a nightmare when a pod of aggressive orcas repeatedly attacked their vessel off the coast of Morocco, in a terrifying encounter that lasted nearly an hour.
Marineland's beluga whales face mass relocation
Exclusive: Ontario's troubled marine park faces catastrophic blow as over dozen beluga whales face relocation amid mounting animal welfare concerns and financial pressures.
Theme Park May Euthanise 30 Beluga Whales
A desperate marine park faces an unimaginable choice - euthanise 30 magnificent beluga whales or secure their transfer to China as international regulations threaten their survival.
Canada orders Marineland to relocate beluga whales
In an unprecedented animal welfare case, Canadian authorities have ordered Marineland to transfer its remaining beluga whales to new facilities, marking a significant victory for wildlife protection advocates.
Whale populations surge as New York shipping traffic declines
A dramatic reduction in vessel traffic around New York has led to an unprecedented comeback for whales, with scientists reporting a significant drop in underwater noise pollution.
Orcas Launch Terrifying 45-Minute Attack on Sailboat Off Portugal
A British couple's sailing holiday turned into a nightmare as a pod of orcas launched a sustained, aggressive assault on their 40ft yacht near the Iberian Peninsula, causing catastrophic damage and forcing a mayday call.
Orcas Sink Luxury Yacht in Coordinated Attack Off Portugal
A pod of killer whales has sunk a 50ft sailing yacht in a coordinated attack near Gibraltar, marking the latest incident in a mysterious series of orca assaults on vessels in the region.
Orcas Attack and Damage Yacht Off Portuguese Coast
A pod of aggressive orcas has attacked and damaged a sailing yacht in the Strait of Gibraltar, marking the latest in a series of concerning encounters between killer whales and vessels in the region.
Orcas Ram Yacht Off Portuguese Coast in Dramatic Attack
A pod of orcas has targeted a sailing yacht near the coast of Portugal, ramming the vessel's hull repeatedly in a startling encounter that left the crew shaken but unharmed. The latest incident adds to a growing pattern of mysterious interactions between
Orcas Sink Yacht in Dramatic 45-Minute Attack Off Portugal
A pod of orcas has sunk a sailing yacht after a prolonged 45-minute attack near the coast of Portugal, the latest in a series of concerning encounters between whales and vessels in the region.
Scientists Reveal Why Killer Whales Are Attacking Boats
Marine biologists unravel the shocking mystery behind a new wave of aggressive orca encounters off the coasts of Spain and Portugal, tracing the behaviour to a single, traumatised matriarch.
Newborn orca calf brings hope for endangered population
A new calf has been spotted swimming with the critically endangered J Pod of Southern Resident killer whales off Washington State, offering a glimmer of hope for the struggling population.
Hockey Prospect Orca Wiesblatt Killed in Tragic Car Crash
The hockey world is in mourning after promising young player Orca Wiesblatt, a draft pick for the Allen Americans, was tragically killed in a car accident in Calgary. The 19-year-old's sudden death has sent shockwaves through the sport.
Orcas Sink Tourist Boat in Terrifying Strait Attack
Dramatic footage captures the shocking moment a pod of orcas deliberately rams and sinks a 50-foot tourist vessel in the Gibraltar Strait, raising concerns about increasing marine encounters.
John Bishop Exposes Distressing Plight of Captive Beluga Whales
Comedian John Bishop uncovers the distressing plight of Little Grey and Little White, two beluga whales confined to tiny pools at a Chinese aquarium, sparking outrage and calls for action from marine life experts.
James Whales leaves TalkTV after terminal cancer diagnosis
Veteran broadcaster James Whales announces his immediate departure from TalkTV after revealing a terminal cancer diagnosis, sharing his heartbreaking final message with listeners.
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