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Threats To Blue Whales

Being the largest mammal species in the world, blue whales can also suffer from certain issues, which predominantly are associated with human activity. It is also appropriate to note the cosmopolitan nature of their distribution, which “assists”...

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Whale Slavery? The Case That Proves Our Constitutional Ideals Are Merely Hollow Words

Copyright © 2012 by William Darren Reder A recent news story brought the momentary focus of the world onto a lawsuit filed by the People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) in San Diego on behalf of 5 killer whales at SeaWorld. The suit...

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Where in the World is the Fraser Coast and why should you go there?

Hervey Bay, Fraser Coast - Australia As I sit here looking out at the bright blue ocean surrounded with nothing but blue sky and almost empty beaches, I think that I have found my little piece of paradise. Recalling a song by the Eagles where they...

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Things To Do In Virginia Beach

If you are looking for a fun and affordable vacation or weekend away, consider Virginia Beach, Virginia. It is a short drive or flight from many areas of the east coast and neighboring states. There are lots of things to do here whether you live...

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IBM takes lead in ocean sound standards

As evidence mounts of noise pollution stressing whales and other cetaceans, IBM is hoping to develop world standards for minimum subsea noise. IBM Research & Development Ireland is currently looking at the impact of new wave and tidal energy systems...

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University of Hawaii Marine Scientists Retrieve Whale Teeth in an Effort to Prevent Poaching

by Bren Chance Hilo, Hawaii On April 14th 2011, University of Hawaii marine scientist, Dr. Jason Turner and three student volunteers from the Hilo Marine Mammal Response Network (HMMRN) and the Hawaii Cetacean Rehabilitation Facility ...

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Ko Olina Lagoons Pictorial: 10 Reasons Why Tourists and Locals Love This "Joyful Place"

Visitors and locals love to congregate at Ko Olina in Kapolei, Oahu. Pictures of Ko Olina's lagoons, marine life, birds and plants accompany 10 top reasons why.

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Iceland... Why YOU should go!

Iceland gave us a truly amazing travel experience. The unique landscape; filled with glaciers, volcanoes, waterfalls, mountains, and open wilderness is filled with striking contrasts and is a feast for the senses. The warmth and independence of the Icelandic people, the beautiful cit of Reykjavik, and the wide variety of things to do, from riding Icelandic Horses, to whale watching, to following the historic Saga Trail make Iceland a place to come back to.

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Biarritz France Holiday

Biarritz France Holiday shows you how to enjoy an inexpensive holiday in an expensive seaside resort in south west France. It is a good example of how understanding what is available can help you make best use of limited resources whilst not cutting

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Whale Sharks - The Biggest Sharks in the World

Whale sharks are enormous creatures. Not only are they are the biggest sharks in the world, they are the biggest fish in our seas. Yet amazingly, whales sharks are gentle giants that wouldn't hurt a fly!

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