Southern Resident Orcas Revive Salmon Hat Trend From the Eighties
The demure “salmon hat” fashion trend has been revived by a southern resident killer whale in Puget Sound. On October 25th, researchers spotted at least one southern resident wearing a deceased salmon on its head as it swam. The orca also appeared to be snacking leisurely on its salmon hat. First observed in 1987, the […]
Canada’s Draft Plan to Phase Out Open-Net Salmon Farms Arrives Seven Weeks Late
The Federal government’s draft plan for transitioning open-net pen salmon farms out of BC has finally arrived, seven weeks after the initial due date. The new draft plan outlines the government’s vision for how it plans to support the fish farm industry’s move to land-based farming, which is seen as a much more sustainable alternative. […]
Scottish Salmon Farm Accused of Dumping Dead Fish Ahead of Inspection
A Scottish salmon farm removed tonnes of dead fish from its pens before inspectors were scheduled to arrive.
BC’s “Whale Police” Have A Whale-Sized Task With Drone Violations and Increased Ship Strikes
Whales were in BC waters long before humans–but nothing prepared them to deal with vessel strikes or pesky drones. Cue the “whale police.”
Gang of Teenage Elephant Seals Known as The Beach Boys Photobomb Research Site
Eight young male elephant seals turned a science project off BC’s coast into a photo booth. The images are hilari
ous.
“Golden Rules” Proposed For Fishery Management
Overfishing is destroying the world’s oceans, say researchers who propose 11 “golden rules” to improve fisheries management.
To Save Wild Salmon Norway Restricts Recreational Fishing
With Norway’s wild salmon endangered fishing is reduced, as scientists warn of disease and parasites spreading to wild fish from fish farms.
Restoring Sunflower Sea Stars: A Step Towards Reviving Coastal Ecosystems
Researchers have begun releasing lab-raised sunflower sea stars into the ocean to rebuild their dwindling populations.
Entangled Humpback in Hecate Strait Rescued
After an intense four-day rescue operation, an 11-metre-long humpback whale was freed from a mass of fishing gear in the Hecate Strait off British Columbia’s North Coast. Rescuers believe the whale had been entangled for several months, struggling under the weight of ropes and debris that severely restricted its movement and ability to feed. More […]
Noise Pollution from Vessels Affect Resident Orcas’ Ability to Hunt, Study Finds
The Salish Sea is far too noisy for its resident orcas to hunt efficiently and effectively, according to new research by the University of Washington and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA).