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Large number of dolphins moved to Abu Dhabi marine park
Up to 24 captive bottlenose dolphins have reportedly been sent to a new SeaWorld theme...
Success! Removal of last river dams to help threatened orcas in the US
Great news has emerged from the US concerning our work to protect the endangered orca...
A story about whales and humans
As well as working for WDC, I write books for young people. Stories; about the...
My lucky number – 13 years studying amazing Risso’s dolphins
Everything we learn about the Risso's dolphins off the coast of Scotland amazes us and...
More important ocean areas for whales and dolphin protection identified
Scientists and observers from many different countries have identified and mapped 36 new Important Marine...
Las Vegas dolphin facility to close
Siegfried & Roy's Secret Garden and Dolphin Habitat in Las Vegas is to permanently close....
What have dead whales ever done for us?
When dead whales wash up on dry land they provide a vital food source for...
WDC citizen science project nominated for Scottish nature award
The success of WDC's Shorewatch programme was acknowledged recently after being nominated in the Citizen...
Whale meat fetches record high at Japan auction
Sei whale meat is being sold at a record high in Japan according media reports...
Planet Earth needs whales
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Every whale and dolphin - safe & free
There are 4 vital ways that we are fighting for the survival of whales and dolphins.
Together we can:
End captivity
Whales and dolphins have a right to live free and healthy lives. These highly intelligent individuals should not suffer for human entertainment.
Stop whaling
Commercial whaling is illegal. And yet, every year, Japan, Norway and Iceland kill around 1,500 whales.
Create healthy seas
Commercial fishing, oil and gas drilling, and shipping are threatening the lives of whales and dolphins.
Prevent deaths in nets
Hundreds of thousands of whales and dolphins are accidentally caught and killed in fishing gear every year.