Whales are the largest animal to ever inhabit our planet and they are all strictly carnivorous animals! From the tiny vaquita porpoise to the colossal blue whale, every single cetacean carries out a diet comprised of meat. Just by looking at the size of baleen whales and some of the larger toothed-whale species, it’s certain …
Whales are arguably some of the most charismatic and beloved animals in the world. People have always felt a strong connection to these marine mammals and it’s evidenced by how often they have been mentioned in mythology, folklore, books, and movies. However lovely, it’s still impossible to ignore their giant size and strength which is …
When talking about whales it’s impossible to overlook all the damage humans have caused their populations throughout history thanks to whaling, captivity, and industrialization among other causes and practices. Even today whales continue to be affected by humans and are constant victims of bycatch, vessel strikes, global warming, and more. So taking into account everything …
Grasping the size of a blue whale is enough to take anyone’s breath away. Remember this is not only the largest animal on earth but the largest animal to ever live on this planet! With an average weight of 200 tons and a length that equals about 5 school buses lined up, it’s hard to …
Minke whales, like all rorquals, are gentle, serene creatures that exhibit a great deal of curiosity towards humans and have never displayed aggressive behavior when in the presence of divers, swimmers, and snorkelers. Although this is the smallest of the baleen whales, the minke whale can reach lengths of 9 m / 30 feet and …
When thinking about whales it’s easy to immediately gravitate toward an image of peacefulness that seems almost magical. How can you not? Watching these creatures effortlessly swim through the blue ocean in a kind of underwater ballet is a truly sublime sight. Nevertheless, even some of the smallest members of the whale family have enough …
When planning a trip to the beach or partaking in an underwater oceanic adventure most people might think of the risks of encountering sharks, eels, or jellyfish but it’s far less common to be worried about sea snakes. In fact, I wouldn’t be surprised if I came across someone who’s never even heard of them. …
Polar bears are only found within the arctic circle so unless you are packing your bags for your upcoming trip to Greenland, Alaska, Canada, Denmark, or Norway you will only see polar bears if you visit a zoo. However, if you live in polar bear country or are really going on a trip there it’s …
With males reaching 800 kg / 1,764 lbs. and females reaching over half that size polar bears are the largest bear species in the world. These bears also have a huge head with impressive jaws filled with 42 sharp teeth which they aggressively use for shredding and tearing their prey. Needless to say, these bears …
Seeing a sea turtle in the wild is quite a magnificent sight and one that’s not experienced by many. Even on beaches where sea turtles are known to nest, it’s uncommon even for locals to see them as both, mothers and hatchlings, will usually wait until nightfall to make their appearance on the beach. However …
