Whale

These are some handpicked sites that we feel are useful for researching the subject of whales for papers or just to learn more about these wonderful animals!

Whale Learning Zone
Whale information including facts, news, pictures and an interactive whale picture puzzle.

WhaleNet
WhaleNet is an interactive educational project sponsored (whale, seal, dolphin, porpoise and turtle data) by Wheelock College in Boston, Massachusetts with support from the National Science Foundation

Center for Whale Research
San Juan Islands, WA. Investigating the lifeways of the top marine predator and the impact of human development…

The Dolphin Institute
For over 20 years, they have been dedicated to dolphin research in cognition and sensory systems (Tursiops truncatus, an odontocete), as well as humpback whale research. Located in Honolulu, Hawaii. There are also links to various scientific papers abbout the whale.

Whale and Dolphin Conservation Society
Staffed by a small, dedicated team of people who raise money for urgent conservation issues, research and education projects that really do make a difference to the daily lives and long-term security of thousands of whales, dolphins and porpoises around the world. See their "Latest News" on the site for info about whales.

Cape May Whale Watch and Research Center
Founded in 1987 in response to requests from the media and other organizations for more information concerning marine mammal behavior. Their endeavor is to monitor the type of species that come to this area and to learn more about their feeding, migration and breeding habits. The CMWW&RC originated the phenomenon of "Whale & Dolphin Watching" on the New Jersey Coast and is the only research facility in the state allowing public participation on vessels at sea.

US Citizens Against Whaling
Saving our oceans one whale at a time. U.S. Citizens Against Whaling is a grassroots organization that took shape in November 1999. All the founding members had the same goal and vision in mind, to stop whaling. This site includes activist reports, whale quotes, gray whale information and information on getting involved.

Northern Right Whale
Right Whale facts, biology, sounds, research groups, and protection.