by White Fox | Jul 25, 2024 | Arctic Beluga Whale Sanctuary
Effective conservation strategies for beluga whale populations focus primarily on habitat protection, research, and monitoring. Designating critical habitats and restricting harmful human activities help safeguard crucial areas. Continuous population...
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....
by White Fox | Jul 24, 2024 | Arctic Beluga Whale Sanctuary
Beluga whales are expertly adapted to thrive in frigid Arctic waters. They possess thick blubber for insulation and small tail flukes and pectoral flippers to conserve heat. Their unique physiology allows them to dive up to 647 meters, with mechanisms to reduce...