by White Fox | Jul 25, 2024 | Arctic Beluga Whale Sanctuary
Preserving beluga whale populations in the Arctic is essential for maintaining ecological balance as these apex predators regulate marine ecosystems and nutrient distribution. Current threats include climate change disrupting their migration patterns, increased...
by White Fox | Jul 25, 2024 | Arctic Beluga Whale Sanctuary
Beluga whales, often called the 'canaries of the sea,' are distinguished by their vocalizations and white coloration. They face significant threats, including climate change, pollution, noise disturbances, hunting, and ship strikes....
by White Fox | Jul 25, 2024 | Arctic Beluga Whale Sanctuary
Conservation efforts are vital for beluga whales due to their drastic population decline and numerous ongoing threats. Their numbers, like those in Cook Inlet, have dwindled from approximately 1,300 in the 1970s to around 279 now. They face challenges from...
by White Fox | Jul 24, 2024 | Arctic Beluga Whale Sanctuary
Beluga whales exhibit remarkable adaptations for voyaging the frigid Arctic waters. Their thick blubber layer insulates against extreme cold, while an advanced countercurrent heat exchange system conserves body heat. Physically, they lack a dorsal fin to...
by White Fox | Jul 24, 2024 | Arctic Beluga Whale Sanctuary
Beluga whales exhibit remarkable adaptations to thrive in Arctic waters. Their blubber, up to 5 inches thick, provides essential insulation and buoyancy. These whales utilize white coloring for camouflage and have the ability to change skin color for predator...
by White Fox | Jul 24, 2024 | Arctic Beluga Whale Sanctuary
Beluga whales display impressive adaptations to thrive in Arctic waters. A thick layer of blubber provides essential thermal insulation and energy reserves. Their flexible neck structure, due to unfused cervical vertebrae, enhances foraging efficiency....