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Russia Frees Last Of Captured Belugas From 'Whale Jail'

11 orcas and dozens of belugas have been released from a miserable holding facility, though some experts say the way they were freed may put them at risk.
By Reuters

Watch A Bunch Of Scientists Freak Out Over A ‘Whale Fall’ On The Bottom Of The Ocean

“Dinner is served,” a researcher said as dozens of octopuses and fish munched on the carcass.
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Scientists Fear Extinction After Six Rare Right Whales Die In A Month

Researchers call for emergency protections as 400 remaining animals fight for their lives.
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Canada Bans Keeping Whales, Dolphins In Captivity

The “Free Willy” bill will become law by the end of June.
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Feds Investigate Deaths Of At Least 70 Gray Whales Along The West Coast

Scientists suspect the die-off is fueled by declining food sources in the warming ocean waters near Alaska.
By Yereth Rosen, Reuters

Russia Takes First Steps To Releasing Orcas, Belugas From 'Whale Jail'

Nearly 100 whales are stuck in miserable holding pens after being captured for the aquarium trade.
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Another Whale Has Washed Up Dead With Plastic Packing Its Stomach

A sperm whale found off the coast of Sardinia, Italy, was pregnant and carrying 49 pounds of plastic.
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Man Escapes Whale's Mouth After Being Swept Inside While Snorkeling

"I instinctively held my breath, assuming that it would dive down again and spit me out somewhere."
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Killer Whale Head-Butts Scientist's Camera And She's Just Thrilled

Marine mammal expert Regina Eisert said she thinks the whale wanted to share its dinner with her.
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Japan To Launch Commercial Whaling Again After Withdrawing From Treaty

Nation's decision is bashed by environmentalists and Australia.
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