Track nine major whale species individually with color-coded animated routes. Filter by Blue, Humpback, Sperm, Right, Fin, Minke, Beluga, Gray, and Orca whales to see their unique migration corridors throughout the year.
Whale habitat changes due to climate change and ocean pollution
Climate change is considered one of the most significant threats facing their northernmost habitat in the Pacific. North Pacific right whales feed on zooplankton, but sea ice coverage determines where and when zooplankton can be found.
Whale migration patterns and critical habitat areas worldwide
Conservation areas for whales: protected habitat regions
Ocean habitats of different whale species: a visual guide
Where do whales live: detailed whale habitat distribution map
The first series contains general information about whales and dolphins. Topics include anatomy, feeding, echolocation, habitat and threats. The second series contains specific information about 19 of the whale and dolphin species most commonly seen on whale watching trips.