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Donsol used to be a sleepy coastal town in Sorsogon-a province in the southernmost tip of Luzon. Nobody knows Donsol except for, of course, its local inhabitants until a few years ago when tourists from all over the world began to flock this remote place to get a look-see at the largest fish on earth: the whale shark.
Ever wonder what it's like to swim among one of the world's largest creatures? Each Spring, in the Central American country of Belize, whale sharks - weighing in as much as 20 tons and measuring up to 65 feet in length - emerge from the depths of the Caribbean Sea off the southern coast of Belize where Scuba divers and snorkelers relish in the rare opportunity to swim alongside these gentle giants. Related Article Tags: , , ,
Donsol used to be a sleepy coastal town in Sorsogon-a province in the southernmost tip of Luzon. Nobody knows Donsol except for, of course, its local inhabitants until a few years ago when tourists from all over the world began to flock this remote place to get a look-see at the largest fish on earth: the whale shark. Related Article Tags: , , , , ,
Sharks are wonderful animals that have been around since as long as the dinosaurs existed: They inhabit in waters all over the world, in every sea, and even in some lakes and tributaries. Related Article Tags: , ,
South Africa has long been considered one of the best countries in the world for whale watching. In fact, the destination is one of just a handful of countries where you can actually see whales from dry land; although more conventionally, visitors take boat or helicopter trips out to the sea in order to spot these incredible creatures. The waters of South Africa are home to more than 37 different types of whales; the three most popular being the southern right, the humpback and the Brydes.
Scientists are constantly carrying out research on the blue whale in attempt to assist in the survival of this magnificent creature which experts now estimate are numbering less than 10 000. Apart from sharks and Japanese and Norwegian whaling, ships strikes pose the biggest threats to the baby blue whale. Research offers the best hope for new shipping paths that will give Blue Whales the space they need. Related Article Tags: , , , , ,
Due to hollywood movies about sharks many people think of them as predatory creatures that will hunt down humans due to be blood thirsty. On the contrary sharks, don't even like eating humans. The blood of humans doesn't taste the same as the food they actually eat which is why when a person is attacked it usually just one bite. Related Article Tags: , , , , , ,
Over the ages, sharks have been labelled the murderous scavengers of the deep and, although there is very little scientific corroboration regarding the habits of these well-adapted denizens of the sea, terrifying and inaccurate myths abound that have led to the wholesale slaughter of these beautiful creatures. Related Article Tags: , , ,
At the turn of the 20th century our vast oceans were a plenty with baleen whales. What has happened to them? The Blue Whale is the largest baleen whale and the biggest living creature to ever breathe on our planet. Scientists and oceanographers are constantly carrying out research on the Blue Whale in attempt to assist in the survival of this magnificent creature which experts now estimate number less than 10 000 worldwide. Could it be that after surviving the sharks and the whaling that ships strikes now pose the biggest threats to the survival of the Blue Whale? Related Article Tags: , , , , ,
Sand sharks are viewed as the most timid and least aggressive of the shark species. Sand sharks are usually smaller in size than other sharks and move fairly slowly. These sharks are found all over the Atlantic Ocean, and are the most common type of shark. Although these sharks would seem to be the perfect aquarium kept fish, because of their smaller size, they are not. They still grow to reach an average length of about five feet, and can weigh as much as three hundred pounds. Related Article Tags: , , , , , , , ,
The Humpback Whale has a built and well rounded body that narrows to a smaller tail stock. Its head is massive, marked with protuberances containing hair and providing sites for barnacles/whale lice. The giant pectoral fins easily distinguish apart the humpback from other whales and can be as much as a 1/3 of its total body length. An interesting instance of humpback behavior, in which the species got its name "Megaptera" or great wing, is when the large pectoral fin is waved in the air while the whale leaps clear above the surface. This is a very classical image portrayed in many novels. Related Article Tags: , ,
An Alaska whale watching cruise is one of the most unforgettable experiences of your life. When you take this cruise, not only will you view the some of the most majestic sites in the world, you will also see some of the world's beautiful whales in their natural habitat.
Our Oceans once churned with giants diving deep in the liquid space. Blue Whales are the Largest Creature to Ever Breathe on Plant Earth. In fact, they are so enormous that an adult mother Blue Whale can reach up to 200 tons. That is the weight of 25 fully grown Elephants, or in length, 2 city buses parked end-to-end, 112 adult male giraffes, or an 8- to 10-story building swimming under the Sea. Related Article Tags: , , , , ,
We've all heard about whalewatching from boats or shore, and a few companies are now offering the possibility of actually swimming and snorkeling with whales in the wild. Is this a good thing? Some whalewatching operators in the Kingdom of Tonga, South Pacific islands, advertise the possibility of swimming and snorkeling with humpback whales during the cetacean's annual migration from July to October. This activity sounds appealing, yet there are a number of things to consider. Related Article Tags: , , , , , , , , , ,
When it comes to conservation, many people decide that they are happy to help in saving the world's creatures. All too many of these people, however, want to help out with the cute, fluffy animals and don't give much time to those that they see as being dangerous or ugly. Shark conservation, however, is a huge issue and keeping certain species of shark alive is a very important matter.
All whale-lovers know that the San Diego coast is the perfect place for watching gray whales during their annual migration. Considered one of the ultimate spectacles of nature, gray whale migration is simply breathtaking. The San Diego coastline is one of their points along their migratory route from the cold Artic waters to the warmer, more favorable waters of the Baja, California. This is also where the female gray whales give birth to their babies. Related Article Tags: , , , ,
With a fear of sharks being one of mankind's most common phobias, it is no surprise that shark conservation too often falls by the wayside. But in reality, it is the sharks that should be afraid of us. There is no better way to discover the grace and magnificence of the tiger shark, than to undertake a shark conservation intern programme.
Whale watching is the biggest show on earth. With the ocean as their stage, the spellbinding and entertaining whales put on daily star performances for the whale watch cruises visiting their feeding grounds. In this article you'll discover how to get the most out of your trip.
There are now quite a few Aquarium places around the UK now and some of them offer the exciting opportunity to come and meet the sharks in their environment now one of these places is the blue planet aquarium in Ellesmere Port. This is has a vast aquarium tank and is also a PADI dive site and training centre. This place offers the ultimate encounter to go inside the large aquarium tank to meet some of the species of shark on display. Related Article Tags: , , , , , , ,
Since the release of Jaws, numerous shark-related cartoons have been released with the fearsome shark often playing a formidable character. These cartoons have a lot to answer for in the eyes of shark conservation, as they have all helped to stereotype the shark into the role of the predator that we perceive it to be today. Here are a few of the world's most famous sharks and, through shark conservation, what we can learn from them...
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